…700 youths register for maiden creative conference
The Special Adviser to Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Bamikole Omishore, has explained that the government is driving the economic of the state, using the creative sector as a driving force.
In a statement made available to our correspondent on Saturday, Omishore said the registration of 700 youths to participate in the first ever creative seminar targeted at training youth to explore the sector is a pointer to the commitment of the governor.
Noting that the training would hold between January 28 to 30 at the SDG skill acquisition centre Iragbiji, and would focus on Goals 8, 9 and 11 of the Sustainable Development Goals which focused on Decent work and and Economic Growth. Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure, as well as Sustainable Cities and Communities.
Themed “Innovate, Create, and Transform: Unlocking the Creative Economy for Sustainable Development,” he stated that the event will highlight the significant role of creativity in driving economic growth and achieving sustainable development.
“This event, with over 700 registered applicants, aligns with Governor Adeleke’s agenda to drive economic growth by leveraging creativity and innovation. Through collaboration with the Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology, Agency on Creativity, Entertainment and Art, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, stakeholders, private sector leaders, and development partners, we have worked tirelessly to make this groundbreaking conference a reality,” Omishore said.
He added that the conference will feature a series of engaging sessions, exhibitions, and cultural showcases designed to inspire and empower participants, who are mostly youth with potentials in the creative sector.
Also, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Innovation, Science, and Technology, Hon. Azeez Badmus, added that “Through the Osun SDG Creatives Conference, innovators and creators will drive Osun’s digital future, inspiring youth to uncover their talents, share their unique stories, and shape their destinies through the power of technology.”
The Sun
