On transition of power, our firsts, and bagging an award.
Celebrating Successes, Sharing Opportunities, and Savoring the Flavors of Nigeria
Hello Active Citizen, the one brimming with potential!
Happy Independence Day in advance. How do you intend to spend the holiday? First, Tell me what you love the most about the country.
Today’s mail is sectioned into 3
Update from the Local Organization
Upcoming Events
Opportunities corner
Extras/Gist
Update from the Local Organization
Investiture of the 37th President + Officer’s Training School + Courtesy Visit to various stakeholders.
Let’s take a quick walk down the memory lane.
The Local Organization Year officially started out on the 3rd of June 2023 where leadership transitioned to new hands. 20 new members were inducted and Board members were also sworn in on this day.
We the held our Officer’s Training School at the JCI Nigeria Secetariat Ikeja to train board members and ensuring the team was equipped with the skills and knowledge needed for the journey ahead.
We had several courtesy visual to various stakeholders including the Deputy Vice Chancellor Prof. L.O Chukwu, the Dean and Deputy Deans of Student Affairs.
We bagged an award at the JCI Nigeria Collegiate Conference 🚀
JCIN UNILAG is known for its winning spirit (the nation’s pride for a reason). We attended the JCI Nigeria Collegiate Conference in Makurdi, Benue state "The Mzough-wase Experience." Amidst fierce competition, we proudly clinched an award for the Best Growth and Development Project.
We hosted JCI Nigeria Collegiate Chairman
The JCI Nigeria Collegiate chairman embarked on a tour to all the south west schools. On 11th of August, we received the Collegiate Chairman in Lagos and also accompanied JCIN FCE(T) to their General Assembly.
We sealed a partnership with BetaKopa amd hosted a virtual tech event
We had a one-day tech event in partnership with BetaKopa themed ''Scaling Career Opportunities with Technology" aimed to explain how to expand and diversify the possibilities for individuals to build successful careers in a rapidly changing technological world.
We held our 1st General Assembly 🥳
Although the school has been on a break, it couldn’t stop us from hosting our very 1st Generally Assembly virtually! As with most General Assembles, we had a training session facilitated by an esteemed trainer Mr Ridhwan Opeyemi Abdulghaniy.
We came second in a Parliamentary Debate held by JCI Lagos Coral with 3 representatives from the Local Organization
We also participated in the Nwabueze Ibeneche Parliamentary Debate Competition. with the topic EDUCATION REFORM; Enhancing Access and Quality in Nigeria Schools.
We had 3 Amazing representatives from our Local Organization and we came second position! We also had one of our representatives get prizes as the Best Orator.
We held a twitter pace for undergraduates looking to pursue International and Global Internships
Powered by the Director of Skills and Development, JCIN UNILAG organized a Twitter space on the topic "Discovering Possibilities (One Internship at a Time)." We had speakers from global companies like Google, KPMG, Goldman Sachs. We were also honoured to have the National President on the call.
The speakers touched on various topics like having a good resume in tune with the job description, preparing for interviews and acing interviews. You can listen to the recording here.
Upcoming Events
Prime Leadership Business School - PLBS'23
We are excited to announce to you that - YABATECH is PARTNERING with JCIN FCE(T) and JCIN UNILAG for PLBS'23. This is a perfect opportunity to learn about Leadership and Business from industry experts.
Delegate fee is 10,000 and it covers accommodation and transportation for the duration. This is a steal if you ask me! Register here to secure your slot.
SOAR’23 JCI Nigeria National convention, Abuja
Hundreds of young Nigerians and Africans would be coming together in the Capital City of Abuja for the largest gathering of young, enterprising leaders
It’s an opportunity to network with Enterprising Young Leaders from various parts of the country, learn and grow. While regisration has closed, we can not wait to take you on the journey with us through pictures and videos! Follow us on instagram so you don’t miss out on our juicy updates!
Opportunity Corner
Jim Ovia Foundation undergraduate scholarship for Nigerian student
Click here to get the full details
Deadline: Oct 17, 2023
Development for Africa Foundation
Click here to get the full details
Deadline: October 5, 2023.
Extras/Gist
People often say it’s best to eat swallow with a spoon or fork, but I am team fingers. Amala is my favorite swallow. I want to know those who are in a committed relationship with Amala and Ewedu . By the way, if you eat Amala with Vegetable soup, I think we need to sit down and have a proper conversation about why you chose the dark side. I'll forever be a fan of Amala and Ewedu with Orsihirishi Inu Eran. Tell me about your favorite meal who knows maybe the fairy that delivers chocolates can deliver your favorite meal to you😉.
Did you enjoy reading this? What part of Letters From The Parliament are you most excited about? Feel free to drop your thoughts in the comment, I’ll be looking forward to reading them!
That’ll be all for now. I’ll be back again by the end of the month for our first official Letter From The Parliament.
Till then, sit tight and stay active!
Cynthia,
From the Parliament.
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