Amb Prince Yommy Eshinlokun Ogungbe’s Quiet Revolution Of Youth Development
This 35th edition of Creekvibes Magazine is thoughtfully dedicated to celebrating impact, service, and sustainable empowerment, as we honour Ambassador Yommy Eshinlokun Ogungbe on the occasion of the 7th Imole Eko Free Vocational Training Graduation Ceremony.
This special edition documents a landmark moment that reflects hope and opportunity, as over 1,000 beneficiaries successfully graduate from diverse vocational programmes offered completely free of charge. (FOC)
The Imole Eko initiative continues to stand as a beacon of self-reliance and entrepreneurship, equipping Nigerian youth with practical skills across hair dressing, adire tie-and-dye, fashion designing, makeup artistry, cosmetology, catering, milling machine operation, popcorn production, POS terminal operations, and more.
Today, January 29, 2026, the graduates are not only celebrated but empowered, as they depart with their full kits of trade—tools carefully provided to help them transition confidently from training to productivity.
In preparation for this milestone, a seminar modeled after a Passing-Out Parade (POP) was held on January 15, 2026, reinforcing essential values of vigilance, self-worth, and labour-market awareness. Much like POP ceremonies for conventional graduates, this engagement served as a strategic bridge between training and real-world application.
Distinguished industry professionals enriched the seminar with practical insights on navigating the labour market, understanding industry locations, and leveraging opportunities through Nigeria’s Chambers of Commerce.
Notably, Mr. Dayo Haastrup of the African Institute of Enterprise Development and Management offered valuable guidance on building sustainable businesses while avoiding common financial pitfalls.
Also contributing was Mr. Yinka Babalola, invited by Ambassador Ogungbe to demystify the Federal Government’s evolving tax policies. His clear exposition on tax compliance, particularly the implications of failing to file and remit taxes by March 31, was both timely and instructive.
In the same spirit, Adetayo Olusegun Abiodun charged the graduates to redefine societal perceptions of artisanship, advocating dignity, excellence, and professionalism in vocational careers.
The event was further enriched by the reflections of Amb. Mrs. Joyce Ogungbe, wife of the Imole Eko CEO, who commended the discipline and conduct of the graduating cohort. While expressing concern about declining youth interest in vocational skills, she offered heartfelt prayers for divine guidance and fulfillment in the lives of the graduates.
Beyond this ceremony lies the enduring legacy of Ambassador Yommy Eshinlokun Ogungbe, whose commitment to human capital development spans over two decades.
Through the Imole Eko Movement, he has consistently invested in education and welfare—funding WAEC and NECO examinations, providing JAMB forms for indigent students, supporting scholarships, and offering continuous assistance to the elderly and disadvantaged.
His empowerment-driven approach to entrepreneurship has enabled countless individuals to achieve economic independence, contributing meaningfully to nation-building and economic growth.
As you turn these pages, we invite you to reflect on the power of purposeful leadership and community-driven empowerment. This edition stands as a testament to what is possible when vision meets compassion, and when opportunity is intentionally extended to those willing to build a better future.
