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About

YMLA Youth Leaders

2026 Youth Mentoring & Leadership Academy (YMLA)

This one-of-a-kind academy is all about empowering young leaders like you! Whether you are passionate about making real impact in your community or field, building a career, or stepping into purpose, YMLA 2026 provides the leadership blueprint, character formation, and 100% scholarship backing to elevate your destiny.

Academy
Objectives

WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND

01

Youth Development / Promoting Young Leaders

To celebrate and equip young leaders who are contributing meaningfully to their communities, campuses, and workplaces.

02

Character Formation & Leadership Excellence

To instill unwavering integrity, moral excellence, and strategic decision-making skills required for long-term global impact.

03

Digital Skills & Career Empowerment

To equip participants with practical high-income vocational and digital skills through the TNG Professional Institute (TPI).

04

Networking Platform

To provide a vibrant networking platform for young visionaries to meet their peers and learn from industry experts across Nigeria.

05

Youth Mentorship & Discipleship

To promote direct mentorship, foster intergenerational relationships, and advocate for sustained youth guidance across all sectors.

06

Collaborative Partnership & Scholarships

To foster collaborations among young people while offering 100% scholarship opportunities for academic and vocational advancement.

WHAT TO EXPECT

The Experience

Academic Guidance & Excellence

Gain high-impact academic strategies, exam mastery tools, and scholarship application blueprints designed for top-tier university and postgraduate success.

Career Development

Personal branding, resume optimization, and high-value career pathing for modern job markets.

Purpose Discovery

Unlocking personal identity, moral vision, and life assignment for long-term impact.

Scholarship Opportunities

Access 100% scholarship grants for technical, vocational, and digital skills via TPI.

Leadership Training

Strategic decision-making, character formation, and team management masterclasses.

Digital Skills

Hands-on exposure to AI tools, software engineering, multimedia design, and tech.

Direct Mentorship

1-on-1 access to seasoned executives, visionaries, and industry leaders.

Who Should
Attend

Undergraduates
Young Professionals
Young Entrepreneurs
Rising Leaders In Any Field

And if you're ready to step into global relevance — this academy is designed just for YOU!

FROM THE ARCHIVES

Moments That Defined History

YMLA Leadership Sessions
Leadership & Mentorship Sessions
Transformational faculty keynotes & character building
YMLA 2024
Student Activities
Student Activities
Interactive Workshops
Photos
Group Discussions
Group Discussions
Breakout Sessions
Highlights
Prayer & Fellowship
Prayer & Spiritual Growth
Consecration Hour
Fellowship
Graduation & Awards
Graduation & Awards
Scholarship Presentation
Graduation
Media & Video Highlights
Official Video Reel Highlights
Watch live recordings of past academies
Video
TPI Scholarship Winners
TPI Scholarship Graduates
Celebrating next-gen vocational leaders
Impact
PROOF OF IMPACT

Alumni Stories

Ekundayo Joseph O.
Set 2021/2022

Ekundayo Joseph O.

Software Engineer

"YMLA gave me my foundation in software engineering and strategic leadership. The mentorship transformed my vision!"

Iyanuoluwa Falade
OAU, Nigeria

Iyanuoluwa Falade

OAU SUG Vice President

"The character formation and leadership training at YMLA molded my student governance career at Obafemi Awolowo University."

God'sfavour Adegoke
Ile-Ife, Nigeria

God'sfavour Adegoke

Class Rep. (Education/English)

"YMLA opened my eyes to academic excellence, purpose alignment, and servant leadership. Every student needs this academy!"

Olarewaju Goodness
Set 2020/2021

Olarewaju Goodness

Animal Scientist & Entrepreneur

"Through TNGI and YMLA scholarship backing, I launched my enterprise. Today I build sustainable solutions in agriculture!"

Babawale Michael T.
Ondo State, Nigeria

Babawale Michael T.

Student Leader & Advocate

"The direct mentorship from faculty leaders at YMLA empowered me to take bold initiative in youth community development."

Simeon Happy Moses
OAU Set 2023

Simeon Happy Moses

Accounting Student

"YMLA teaches you that integrity and excellence go hand in hand. It was the most pivotal leadership retreat of my undergraduate life."

Sunboye Ayomide
OAU Ile-Ife

Sunboye Ayomide

Entrepreneur & Food Nutritionist

"YMLA gave me clarity on my business mission and equipped me with practical skills to scale my nutrition brand."

Olaniyi Aanuoluwapo
TPI Scholarship Alumna

Olaniyi Aanuoluwapo

Fashion Designer & Entrepreneur

"After YMLA, I secured a TPI vocational scholarship that enabled me to launch my fashion brand. I am forever grateful!"

FROM THE ARCHIVES

2026 Event Schedule

A comprehensive breakdown of all transformational sessions and activities that took place during the 6-day academy.

1.00pm – 6.00pm

Arrivals, Registrations, Screenings & Check in

Arrivals
TNG TEAM
6.00pm – 7.00pm

Dinner

Dinner
Welfare Team
7.00pm – 7.45pm

Exhibitions and Slide shows, Welcomes, Introductions, Statement of Purpose

Orientation
Camp Coordinators
7.45pm – 8.15pm

Welcomes Address / Charge

Orientation
Project Coordinator
8.45pm – 9.30pm

Lights-Out & Rest

Closing
5.00am – 5.30am

Aerobics and Physical Exercise

Aerobics
5.30am – 6.30am

Personal cleaning in preparation for classes

Cleaning
6.30am – 7.00am

Excellence Drill, Quizzes & Assessment

ED 1
7.10am – 8.30am

Understanding Destiny

DDF 101
John Ojumoola
8.40am – 9.40am

Breakfast

Short Break
9.50am – 11.10am

Battle for the Young (1–3)

BLR 106
Gbenga Adebanjo
11.20am – 12.20pm

Breakout Session 1: Who is God? A & B

SDL 105
12.30pm – 1.30pm

Introduction to Life-Skills / Distinction through Skills

LST 104
1.40pm – 2.40pm

Why Students Fail?

ACM 103
2.50pm – 4.30pm

Break / Personal Counseling, Interviews and Engagements

Break
4.40pm – 6.00pm

Battle for the Young (4–6)

BLR 106
Uncle Dayo Oyediwura
6.10pm – 7.10pm

Video Presentation: The Passion of Christ

TVD 107
7.20pm – 8.30pm

Personal Encounter with God: The Beginning of True Success and Excellence

SEE 102
8.30pm – 9.30pm

Dinner / Rest

Dinner
10.00pm

Lights Out and Rest

Lights Out
5.00am – 5.30am

Aerobics and Physical Exercise

Aerobics
5.30am – 6.30am

Personal cleaning in preparation for classes

Cleaning
6.30am – 7.00am

Excellence Drill, Quizzes & Assessment

ED 1
7.10am – 8.30am

Revelation of Your Original Destiny

DDF 101
John Ojumoola
8.40am – 9.40am

Breakfast

Short Break
9.50am – 11.10am

Battle for the Young (7–8)

BLR 106
Idowu Kolawole
11.20am – 12.20pm

Time-tested Tips for Becoming and Remaining Excellent

ACM 103
12.30pm – 1.30pm

Life Skills Class 1: Effective Communication Skills

LST 104
1.40pm – 2.40pm

Breakout Session: Who are we?

SDL 105
2.50pm – 4.40pm

Break / Personal Counseling, Interviews and Engagements

Break
4.50pm – 6.00pm

Battle for the Young (9–10)

BLR 106
6.00pm – 7.00pm

Dear Youth, Don't Waste Your Life

Special Session
Prof Onakpoya
7.10pm – 8.10pm

Video Presentation: HATIMA 1

TVD 107
8.10pm – 8.30pm

Character Transformation: A pre-requisite for Transformational Leadership

LLD 111
Dr. Ugo (UK)
8.30pm – 9.30pm

Dinner / Rest

Dinner
10.00pm

Lights Out and Rest

Lights Out
5.00am – 5.30am

Aerobics and Physical Exercise

Aerobics
5.30am – 6.30am

Personal cleaning in preparation for classes

Cleaning
6.30am – 7.00am

Excellence Drill, Quizzes & Assessment

ED 1
7.10am – 8.30am

Pitfalls to Avoid in Fulfilling Your Destiny

DDF 101
John Ojumoola
8.40am – 9.40am

Breakfast

Short Break
9.50am – 11.10am

Life-Skills Class 2

LST 104
11.20am – 12.30pm

THE EXCEPTIONAL YOUTH

BLR 106
12.30pm – 1.30pm

TNG Scholarships Connect / TPI Registrations / Aptitude Test

Scholarships
1.30pm – 3.30pm

Break / Personal Counseling, Interviews and Engagements

Break
3.40pm – 5.30pm

Gender Breakout: Boys and Girls Forum

SDL 105
5.40pm – 6.40pm

Video Presentation: HATIMA 2

TVD 107
6.50pm – 8.00pm

Understanding & Destroying Foundational Barriers to Destiny Fulfilment

SEE 102
Dr. Dimeji (MTU, Ibafo)
8.00pm – 9.20pm

Dinner / Rest

Dinner
10.00pm

Lights Out and Rest

Lights Out
5.00am – 5.30am

Aerobics and Physical Exercise

Aerobics
5.30am – 6.30am

Personal cleaning in preparation for classes

Cleaning
6.30am – 7.00am

Excellence Drill, Quizzes & Assessment

ED 1
7.10am – 8.30am

THE EXCEPTIONAL YOUTH – Combined Session (Samson Adesoye)

BLR 106
8.40am – 9.40am

Breakfast

Short Break
9.50am – 11.00am

Purpose-Discovery, Actualization, & Self Positioning for Success

ACM 103
Idowu Kolawole
11.00am – 12.30pm

Life-Skills Class 3: Life Skills Team

LST 104
12.40pm – 1.50pm

God's Commitment to Your Life & Success

SEE 102
Dr. Dami (UnimedTHC)
2.00pm – 3.00pm

TNG Scholarships Connect / TPI Registrations / Aptitude Test

TNG ESP
3.10pm – 5.10pm

Break / Personal Counseling, Interviews and Engagements

Break
5.20pm – 6.30pm

Gender Break Out: Boys and Girls Forum

SDL 105
6.40pm – 8.00pm

God's Pattern in Fulfilling your Original Destiny: The Place of Mentorship & Discipleship

DDF 101
John Ojumoola
8.00pm – 9.00pm

Dinner

Dinner
5.00am – 5.30am

Aerobics and Physical Exercise

Aerobics
5.30am – 6.30am

Personal cleaning in preparation for classes

Cleaning
6.30am – 7.00am

Excellence Drill, Quizzes & Assessment

ED 1
7.10am – 8.30am

Global Impact Leaders, ARISE

LLD 111
John Ojumoola
8.40am – 9.40am

Breakfast

Short Break
9.50am – 10.50am

Destiny Fulfilment: OPERATION START EARLY

DDF 101
11.00am – 12.00pm

Life-Skills Class 3: Life Skills Team (AIT Team)

LST 104
12.10pm – 1.10pm

Gender Break Out: Boys and Girls Forum

BLR 106
1.20pm – 2.40pm

Combined Session: Who is Jesus & why did He come?

SDL 105
Gbenga Adebanjo
2.40pm – 4.30pm

Break / Personal Counseling, Interviews and Engagements

Break
4.40pm – 6.40pm

Video Presentation: IBIDAMIPE

TVD 107
6.50pm – 8.00pm

Charge / Induction / YMLA Updates & Next Line of Actions

Closing
8.00pm – 9.00pm

Excellence Drill, Quizzes & Assessment

ED 1
9.00pm – 9.30pm

Dinner

Dinner
9.30pm – 10.30pm

Lights Out and Rest

Lights Out

Student
Checklist

Complete your YMLA experience before departure:

Take a photo at the Official YMLA Backdrop Wall
Post photo on social media with #YMLA2026 & tag @TNGImpact
Follow TNG Impact on Instagram & YouTube
Meet at least 2 new leaders from another campus
Apply for TPI Vocational & Digital Skill Scholarships

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! Participation in YMLA is 100% scholarship-backed by TNG Impact and partners. Zero registration or tuition fees are required.

All registered YMLA delegates are eligible to apply during the academy sessions or via the TPI portal.

The academy takes place at the International Youth Transformation Centre (IYTC), Fajuyi, Ile-Ife, Osun State.

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