AUDU-USMAN URGES YOUTHS TO EMBRACE RESILIENCE, DIGITAL SKILLS AT JOSHUA GENERATION CONFERENCE
Mr. Isaac Audu-Usman has charged young people to cultivate the right mindset, discover their sense of purpose, and equip themselves with skills relevant to a fast-changing world, as he addressed participants during a mentorship session at the Joshua Generation International Youth Conference 2026, held at Okrika Grammar School, Okrika.
Speaking to the gathering of
youths, Audu-Usman urged them not to let their background, financial
circumstances, or present challenges define their future. He described
resilience as one of the most critical life skills young people can develop,
stressing that the ability to persist through adversity often separates those
who succeed from those who give up.
A Call to Skills-Driven Growth
Audu-Usman encouraged participants
to prioritize practical and digital skills, noting that today's world of work
is increasingly shaped by problem-solving ability, technology, artificial
intelligence, cybersecurity, leadership, and collaboration. He advised the
youths to identify a niche, pursue excellence within it, and continually expand
their knowledge base rather than remaining stagnant.
He also challenged them to stop
waiting for formal employment before putting their skills to use. According to
him, young people can create their own opportunities through volunteering,
taking on projects, helping businesses solve real problems, and building
portfolios that showcase their abilities to the world.
Character Over Cash
The mentor cautioned against
making money the sole driver of career decisions. Instead, he stressed that
experience, expertise, proficiency, and character are equally valuable
investments - ones that pay long-term dividends even when immediate financial
rewards are not obvious.
Purpose, Feedback, and
Consistency
Audu-Usman charged participants to
have clarity about their vision and purpose, remain teachable, and stay open to
feedback. He also urged them to embrace failure as a learning opportunity
rather than a setback, and to remain consistent in their efforts even under
pressure.
The mentorship session formed part of the broader objectives of the Joshua Generation Youth Conference, which aims to prepare young people for the digital economy and position them to become problem-solvers, innovators, and responsible leaders in their communities and beyond.
