FROM CAMPUS TO CAREER: NANCES HOSTS IMPACTFUL STUDENTS’ EMPOWERMENT SUMMIT IN ILORIN;

The National Association of Nigerian Colleges of Education Students (NANCES), through the Office of the Vice President External Affairs, Senior Comrade AbdulRasheed Kawata (ALUTA KAWATA), successfully hosted a Students’ Engagement, Empowerment Summit and Awards Presentation in Ilorin.

The well-attended event, themed “From Classroom to Career: Unlocking Post-Colleges of Education Opportunities,” was designed to equip students and young graduates with practical tools for career advancement, entrepreneurship, and personal development.

Held on April 23, 2026, at the NBA Hall, Ilorin, the summit brought together students, stakeholders, and thought leaders across Kwara State and beyond.

The event featured a range of impactful sessions including:

Leadership development discussions
Entrepreneurship and business growth talks
Access to business grant opportunities
Networking platforms for students and young professionals
Scholarship insights for further academic pursuits.

Keynote Speakers:

Participants were inspired by insightful presentations from;

Dr. Saeed Raji, Registrar, MOJE College of Education, Erin-Ile.

Hon. Sulyman Kola Ayegun, APC Aspirant for Owode/Onire Constituency, Asa LGA, KWHA, 2027.

Student Participation:

Several students actively participated by delivering presentations aligned with the summit theme and were awarded certificates of participation.

Notable among them include;

Pius Emmanuel (MOJE College of Education – Computer Science/Biology, 300L, Kwara State).

Abdulmajeed Abdulfatai (Adeshina College of Education, Share – Business Education, 300L, Kwara State).

Wasiu Wasilat Olamide (Imam Hamzat College of Education – English/Islamic Studies, NCE II, Oyo State)

Moses Yesua (College of Education Oro – English/Political Science, 300L).

Other NANCES executives and organizing committee members were also recognized with certificates of service and excellence for their contributions.

Award Presentation:

The summit also honored distinguished personalities for their contributions to leadership, youth development, and community service.

Awardees include;

Engr. Adeyemi Nurudeen Balogun (ENACT) – Chairman of the Occasion

Alhaji Sheu Amasa Yahaya – Executive Chairman, Asa LGA.

Alhaji AbdulRasheed Saka Folorunseiya – CEO, Rasyau Travels and Tours.

Hon. Sulaiman Lekan Gadaff – APC Aspirant, Afon Constituency, Asa LGA, KWHA, 2027.

Hon. Odunjo Adio, Kwara PDP Youth Leader (Leader Horlando).

Mr. Raji Saheed – Registrar, MOJE College of Education.

Bar. Sulyman – Chairman, NBA Kwara (High Court).

Comrade Abubakar Mahmud – Former National President & Pioneer President.

The summit concluded on a high note, reinforcing NANCES’ commitment to bridging the gap between academic learning and real-world opportunities.

Participants described the program as timely, impactful, and transformative.

Clean and Klear Media Affairs gathered that the initiative reflects a growing drive to empower Nigerian students with the skills, exposure, and mindset needed to thrive beyond the classroom.