By Hassan Zaggi
The Wunti Al-Khair Foundation has organised what it christened- ‘Skills for Employability Program’ targeting final-year students, young graduates and NYSC members.
This is in a bid to equip the youth of Bauchi State with the necessary skills for career success.
The event drew over 200 attendees and featured six esteemed speakers, each an industry expert in their respective fields.
The aim of the programme was to expose participants to entrepreneurial and employability skills, providing them with valuable insights to make them relevant in their professional industries.
The six insightful sessions were designed to cover various aspects crucial to career advancement and success.
The first session, ‘Leadership and Networking for Career Advancement’, was facilitated by Adewale Onagbesan, Team Lead for the Wunti Al-Khair Foundation.
Adewale delved into the core principles of leadership, shedding light on strategies for harnessing networks to achieve career growth.
Motunrayo Alake, in the second session, addressed the vital topic of ‘CV Writing’.
Participants were guided through the intricacies of crafting effective CVs, learning about the various types and their relevance. The session also emphasised the dos and don’ts of CV review.
‘Volunteerism for Career Path’ took centre stage in the third session, delivered by Seun Justin Onarinde, the Executive Director of Young Leaders Network.
He highlighted the advantages of volunteerism as a strategic path for career development, offering empirical examples to drive home the point.
On his part, Ahmad Yusuf, a digital media and technology expert and Founder of Thrive Media Africa, spearheaded the fourth session on ‘Personal and Professional Branding’.
Participants gained valuable insights into managing their digital footprints and maximising digital opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Deborah Sarki, a successful entrepreneur, led the fifth session on developing an ‘Entrepreneurial Mindset’.
She shared her entrepreneurship journey and provided guidance to aspiring entrepreneurs on starting and running successful business ventures.
The sixth session, ‘Career Paths in Tech’, was delivered by Ango Mustapha, Senior Programs Lead for Enterprise and Employability Unit at the Wunti Al-Khair Foundation.
He provided a comprehensive analysis of the tech industry, offering a helpful guide for navigating the ever-evolving landscape.
To foster in-depth discussions, a panel session was held to demystify myths about the enterprise and job market in Nigeria.
Panellists provided clarity on achieving success in various fields, dispelling misconceptions that may hinder the youth’s progress.
Mohammed Basheer Bala-Wunti, the Executive Director of the Foundation, in his closing remarks, reiterated the core vision of the Founder and Chairman, Dr. Bala Wunti.
He emphasised the Foundation’s commitment to seeing Bauchi State’s youth become employable and successful entrepreneurs, with a positive impact on poverty levels within the state.
Confident in the program’s long-term impact, the Wunti Al-Khair Foundation envisions a future where the skills imparted will bear fruit, empowering the youth of Bauchi State for years to come.
The founder reiterated that the Foundation remains dedicated to fostering positive change and creating a more employable and prosperous community.
