Teens-Launch Africa

𝐎𝐍𝐋𝐘 𝐅𝐄𝐖 𝐁𝐄𝐋𝐈𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐃 𝐈 𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐋𝐃 𝐀𝐂𝐇𝐈𝐄𝐕𝐄 𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐒 𝐅𝐄𝐀𝐓 Growing up, my dream was to attend military school and become an ambitious air force cadet, but life had other plans. A series of unexpected turns brought me to the university, a place I never envisioned but one that has shaped me into who I am today. This past week, I proudly graduated as a 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭-𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐞 in 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 from Federal University of Technology Akure, achieving an outstanding 𝐂𝐆𝐏𝐀 𝐨𝐟 4.92 and earning a spot in the 𝐭𝐨𝐩 1% 𝐨𝐟 1% 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 5,000 + 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 in the Class of 2023/2024.  ⚡I achieved the rare feat of being on the 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐧’𝐬 𝐋𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 10 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐨𝐟 10 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞  𝐬𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬, with 𝐟𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐆𝐏𝐀𝐬 of 5.0 and my least GPA being 4.74.   ⚡ 75 Distinctions out of 83 course loads. ⚡ Several awards and presentations.  Beyond academics, my university experience encompassed navigating life’s challenges, staying grounded in faith, and giving back to the community. 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐬   - Librarian in 200 Level. (Anglican Student Fellowship). - Academic Coordinator in 300 Level. (Anglican Student Fellowship). - President of my fellowship (Anglican Student Fellowship) in my final year.   I am a living testament to the saying, “𝐈𝐭 𝐩𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞 𝐆𝐨𝐝.”  𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬   - Interned with Chevron Nigeria Limited.   - Interned with Tempo Paper Pulp & Packaging Plc    These experiences provided invaluable industry knowledge.  𝐕𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤   - Program Chairperson for SPE FUTA Chapter.   - Active volunteer with Teens-Launch Africa and 𝐂𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐔𝐏.  𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬   I was supported by Chevron, 𝐏𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐮𝐦 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝, 𝐑𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭, among others.   𝐀 𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐠𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐓𝐨 𝐌𝐲 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦 - Parents (𝐌𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐫𝐬 𝐄𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐡𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐎𝐣𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐞), Friends, Fellowship Family (ASF) and Sponsors: Your unwavering support has been my greatest pillar.    - To my Academic mentors, 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟. 𝐁.𝐎. 𝐀𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐥𝐢 (𝐇𝐎𝐃), Prof. Sesan Ayodeji, Olatunji Oladimeji Ojo, Emmanuel Jesuyon Dansu, 𝐃𝐫. 𝐄.𝐎. 𝐎𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐨𝐥𝐚, Animasaun Isaac Lare, Oluwole Timothy Ojo PhD, Adebowale Odumuwagun, Taiwo Alare, Timilehin Oderinde and others: I deeply appreciate your guidance and belief in me. With faith and hard work, no dream is unattainable. As I embrace the next chapter, I am eager to face new challenges, make a positive impact, and inspire others to chase their dreams.  Here’s to the future—one full of possibilities!  #Convocation #FirstClassGraduate #EngineeringExcellence #FaithAndLeadership #Top1Percent #Inspiration #ServiceAndSuccess

"Behind Every Change is a Volunteer’s Heart!" they say. Watch as our amazing volunteers empower communities, inspire young minds, and create lasting impact through their dedication and passion. 🙌 Thank you for being the change-makers we need! #IVD2024 #TeensLaunchAfrica #VolunteerHeroes #DigitalInclusion #STEMImpact #MakingADifference

We're grateful for the journey so far, the progress, the impact, and the memories. As we step into the final month of the year, we reflect on how far we've come and we're grateful to everyone that has been a part of it. Cheers to a month of new opportunities! #TeensLaunchAfrica #NewMonth #GratefulHearts

A Leader, A friend, A Changemaker, A Champion, Huge Congratulations to Olumuyiwa Sobowale , Founder of our great organization Teens-Launch Africa Today, we celebrate a remarkable milestone, your graduation at Federal University of Technology Akure with a Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Engineering. Thank you for your unwavering dedication, passion, and impact. You've made us proud, and we wish you continued success. Everyone at Teens Launch Africa celebrates you! #GraduationDay #ComputerEngineering #TeensLaunchAfrica #Leadership #Innovation #Celebration

𝟏𝟎 𝐃𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐷𝑎𝑦 10 We concluded our Career Tour at St. Michael Catholic High School, Akure, where we emphasized the significance of choosing a career and its profound impact on their future. The students were thoroughly engaged, thanks to our facilitators' captivating presentation. It was heartwarming to see students share their newfound knowledge and insights. We're thrilled to have completed this journey, inspiring hundreds of students across Ondo State. We're grateful for the collaborative efforts with Career for Teens initiative, Emerging Communities Africa, and One Voice Initiative. We look forward to continuing this impactful initiative in the years to come. #CareerTour #EmpoweringYouth #CareerGuidance #EducationMatters

𝟏𝟎 𝐃𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐷𝑎𝑦 9 As we near the end of our career tour, we visited Jooro High School in Ibule Sooro, Akure. Our mission was to empower young minds with the knowledge of choosing a career that will impact their future. We broke down the process of career selection, explaining the essential steps and requirements for a successful career. The students were attentive and receptive, learning valuable lessons. With our guidance, the students gained a deeper understanding of career development and were thrilled about our presence. We're committed to continuing this initiative, raising generations of leaders who will make a positive impact. #TeensLaunchAfrica #EmpoweringYouth #CareerGuidance #EducationMatters

𝟏𝟎 𝐃𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐎𝐟 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝑫𝒂𝒚 8 It's been an incredible journey since the first day of our career tour! On the 8th day, we visited United CAC High School in Akure, where we provided the students with a comprehensive guide on taking the right career path. We expressively explained the essential steps involved in making career choices. The students were highly receptive, and the session had a big impact on them. Several students shared their thoughts on what they learned during the session, which was a testament to the effectiveness of our efforts. We hope that the students will retain the knowledge they gained and apply it in their future endeavors in order to avoid career misconceptions. Our ultimate goal is to empower and raise a generation of leaders who will make a positive impact in their communities. #TeensLaunchAfrica #EmpoweringYouth #CareerGuidance #EducationMatters

𝟏𝟎 𝐃𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝑫𝒂𝒚 7 We're thrilled to continue making an impact on young lives. On the seventh day, we visited Baptist High School, Akure, where we addressed students' career concerns and providing guidance. The students were so excited about our one-on-one discussions, eager to have their burning questions answered. We're grateful to be part of this positive change and look forward to empowering more young minds! #TeensLaunchAfrica #EmpoweringYouth #CareerGuidance #EducationMatters

Ambassador Adedoyin Bethel we're super proud of you and all you've been doing for TLA. ❤️

𝟏𝟎 𝐃𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝑫𝒂𝒚 6 We resumed the second half of our Career Tour at African Comprehensive High School, Alagbaka, Akure. Our team shared valuable insights on career choices, emphasizing their impact on future success. The students' engagement and participation were impressive, and this experience motivates us to continue empowering this generation and shaping their lives positively. #TeensLaunchAfrica #EmpoweringYouth #CareerGuidance #EducationMatters