On 18th of April 2024, Smartan House welcomed Nigeria’s Federal Minister for Youth, Honorable Ayodele Olawande, for a visit focused on youth development, empowerment, and changemaking. The visit underscored a shared commitment between Smartan House and the ministry to equip young Nigerians with the skills and vision necessary to lead future progress.
During the session, Honorable Ayodele Olawande spoke passionately about youth resilience, leadership, and national development, highlighting Nigeria’s potential with young people ready to move the country forward. He urged Smartans to actively contribute to Nigeria’s transformation. Reflecting on the visit, Mr. Johnson Abbaly, President of Smartan House, remarked, “The Smartans are young leaders,” and shared a popular Smartan House quote: “If we can't give this generation a better nation, then we'll raise a better generation for the nation.” The event left Smartans inspired and motivated to drive positive change for Nigeria and Africa.