Prominent Nigerian activist Hamzat Lawal congratulated Elvis Akpobi on his recent appointment as the Senior Special Assistant (Youth Mentoring and Development) by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State.
Akpobi, widely recognized for his unwavering advocacy for youth empowerment and engagement in governance, serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Nottooyoungtolead, a platform dedicated to amplifying the voices of young Nigerians.
In a statement addressed to journalists on Monday, Lawal, the founder of Follow The Money and CEO of Connected Development, hailed Akpobi’s exemplary leadership and vision.
He expressed confidence in Akpobi’s ability to bring his passion and energy to his new role, citing his proven track record of dedication to serving the community through his role as the Chief Executive Officer of Nottooyoungtolead, a platform dedicated to amplifying the voices of young Nigerians.
Lawal highlighted Akpobi’s exceptional leadership and vision as CEO of Nottooyoungtolead, predicting that he would leverage his expertise to make meaningful contributions to youth development in Delta State.
He praised Governor Oborevwori ”for his keen eye in recognizing Akpobi’s leadership potential and appointing him to the crucial position.”
The activist expressed optimism about ”the fresh perspectives and innovative ideas Akpobi would bring to the table,” anticipating the positive impact he would undoubtedly have on youth mentoring and development initiatives in Delta State.
He added that Akpobi’s appointment ”signifies a significant advancement in ongoing efforts to promote youth participation and leadership in governance.”