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From masterclasses on governance, public leadership, diplomacy, climate policy, and legislative excellence…
To community service, parliamentary simulations, institutional visits, and MentX sessions with some of the nation’s finest minds…
…the Fellows-in-Training were stretched, challenged, inspired, and equipped.

They learned the discipline behind public leadership.
They saw the inner workings of institutions that uphold our democracy.
They engaged with experts shaping Nigeria’s future across governance, environment, diplomacy, innovation, and development.
They served communities, listened deeply, and confronted the realities of leadership beyond theory.

It was intense.
It was reflective.
It was transformative.

#LMI #Cohort4 #LeadershipInAction #WeekTwoRecap #NationBuilding #FutureLeaders #GbajaFellows by @lmi_official

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Behind the scenes with the visionary himself 🎬✨

We sat down with our Founder for an exclusive interview on “The Founder’s Vision” where he shared his dreams and aspirations for LMI as we step into Cohort 4.

It’s more than a conversation, it’s a story of purpose, impact, and the future of leadership.

Watch out for the full documentary! 🎥

#LMI #FoundersVision #Cohort4 #LeadershipForImpact #FutureLeaders by @lmi_official

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A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step, and four years ago, that step was taken. 🌍✨

From that moment, LMI has grown into a movement of purpose, building leaders, shaping minds, and inspiring change.

169 Fellows later, we’re ready to welcome 50 new Fellows from across every state and region of Nigeria. 🇳🇬

Today, we receive Cohort 4 of the Gbaja Fellows, as they arrive in Abuja to begin yet another chapter of impact, service, and nation-building. 🚀

#LMI #GbajaFellows #Cohort4 #LeadershipForImpact #NationBuilders #FutureLeaders by @lmi_official

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Empowering Africa’s Next Generation of Digital Leaders and Innovators

On Thursday, 8 October 2026, the Deputy Chief of Staff of CoSPAL, Ms Solape Sonuga represented the Secretary-General, Amb. ’Dapo Oyewole, at the second edition of the Vision 2035 AI-athon Project: Digital Leadership Workshop and Speech Contest (DILS), held at the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Abuja.

Organised by the Young Communicators Initiative (TYCI), the forum brought together emerging leaders to explore the responsible use of artificial intelligence, technology and public communication in advancing governance and development across Africa.

As technology continues to reshape societies and institutions, equipping young people with the knowledge and skills to engage responsibly with these tools is essential to building a more innovative, inclusive and digitally empowered Africa.

Investing in young people’s digital capacity today is an investment in Africa’s democratic and developmental future. by @lmi_official

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Effective governance begins with leaders committed to strengthening institutions and creating opportunities for others. Today, we spotlight Mary Oluwakanyinsola Owolabi, an LMI Fellow, governance and policy professional, and youth development advocate passionate about advancing Africa’s development.

An alumna of LMI, Mary was named the Most Outstanding Fellow of the Legislative Mentorship Initiative Cohort 4 in recognition of her leadership and contributions. She currently serves as a Senior Legislative Aide to the Speaker of the Nigerian House of Representatives and as a Government Affairs and Policy Analyst at Policy Vault Africa.

Beyond her legislative and policy work, she has championed girls’ leadership and youth empowerment through initiatives that have reached over 50,000 young people.

A Mastercard Foundation Scholar, Mary is pursuing a Master of Public Policy at the University of Oxford’s Blavatnik School of Government, where she continues to deepen her understanding of governance and public policy.

Meet Mary.

#LMIFellows #fellowsspotlight by @lmi_official

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Culture and heritage are powerful drivers of identity, innovation and development. Today, we spotlight Peace Chinyere Ogbonna, an LMI Fellow, arts and cultural development professional, heritage practitioner and Erasmus Mundus Scholar committed to advancing African culture and the creative economy.

Through her work with the Abia State Government, Peace has contributed to government-led heritage documentation across all 17 Local Government Areas of the state, alongside cultural education and creative-sector initiatives.

She is currently pursuing an International Master’s in Managing Arts and Cultural Heritage in Global Markets as an Erasmus Mundus Scholar, with academic mobility across Lisbon, Paris, Rotterdam and Glasgow. Her work reflects a growing interest in cultural diplomacy, heritage policy and strengthening the global influence of African creative industries.

Meet Peace.

#LMIFellows #FellowsSpotlight by @lmi_official

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You’ve Got Mail!

Dear LMI Cohort 5 applicants, please check your inbox for an important update from the LMI team. Don’t forget to check your spam folder too! by @lmi_official

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Bridging science, public health and community development, Oluwatobi Matthew Ogunlere is a Nigerian public health professional, scientist and emerging One Health expert committed to advancing health systems, environmental sustainability and evidence-informed policy.

A pioneer member of LMI’s inaugural cohort in 2022 and a protégé of Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, CFR, Oluwatobi strengthened his understanding of leadership, governance and public service through the fellowship.

He currently serves as a Scientific Officer in the Climate Change and Environmental Health Division of Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, contributing to climate change and environmental health initiatives. He is also the Founder of Tobest Agricultural Products Limited and has trained over 200 young people in agricultural production.

A recipient of the 2023 President’s NYSC Honours Award, Oluwatobi is currently pursuing an MSc in One Health at the University of Edinburgh as a Mastercard Foundation Scholar.

Meet Oluwatobi.

#LMIFellows #fellowsspotlight by @lmi_official

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Effective governance and inclusive leadership require professionals committed to translating knowledge into meaningful impact. Today, we spotlight Favour Ngozi Egwu, Esq., FLMI, a lawyer, legislative professional and policy advocate advancing democratic governance and public service.

An alumna of LMI’s 3rd Cohort, Favour was recognised with the Director’s Excellence Award for “The Diplomat” for fostering collaboration among her peers.

She currently serves as a Senior Legislative Aide to the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives and Legal Adviser to the LMI Alumni Association. She is also the Founder of the Favour Egwu Foundation, which promotes girl-child education, women’s empowerment and youth development.

In 2026, she was selected to represent Nigeria at the Commonwealth Youth Development Summit at the University of Oxford. She is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Legislative Drafting at NILDS.

Meet Favour.

#LMIFellows #fellowsspotlight by @lmi_official

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There is something special about seeing leadership come alive beyond the classroom.

For Cohort 3, Community Service became an opportunity to connect with people, share in their experiences and give their time in service.

The smiles, the laughter, the conversations and the moments of genuine connection became part of the LMI experience, reminding Fellows that leadership begins with people and finds meaning in service to others.

A day of giving, learning and creating moments worth remembering.

This, too, is the LMI experience. by @lmi_official

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Through the LMI community, young leaders continue to apply their expertise and leadership to creating meaningful change. Today, we spotlight Ololade, an LMI Fellow, youth development advocate, education reformer, accountant and social entrepreneur committed to expanding access to education, digital skills and economic opportunities across Africa.

Since her participation in LMI, Ololade has continued to champion initiatives that prepare young people for the future of work through technology, entrepreneurship and strategic partnerships.

She is the Founder and Executive Director of the Lola Cater Foundation, which has impacted over 40,000 children and young people across 25 Nigerian states and the FCT. She also co-founded the African Youth Leads Initiative and established Lola Cater Academy.

Her contributions have earned her recognitions including the Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Trust Young Leaders Award, African Union Agenda 2063 Ambassador Award and Noble Citizen Award on Education.

Meet Ololade.

#LMIFellows #fellowsspotlight by @lmi_official

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The LMI community is made up of young leaders using their expertise, experiences and leadership to contribute meaningfully to society. Today, we spotlight Menyene Ekong, an LMI Fellow and chemical engineer, public service professional and policy advocate working across governance, youth development and community impact.

A Fellow of the 3rd Cohort of LMI in 2024, Menyene has since led five social impact initiatives reaching over 1,000 beneficiaries and contributed to policy and civic advocacy reaching more than 15,000 people.

He is also a Fellow of the Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy, where he has worked across Lagos State ministries on public policy, safety, transportation and youth development. He previously served in the Nigerian Youth Parliament.

Meet Menyene.

#LMIFellows #fellowsspotlight by @lmi_official

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