The Sentinel Oasis of Love Care Initiative (SOLCI), a faith-driven non-profit community-based organisation, successfully hosted its inaugural Youth Servant Leadership Training, Roundtable and Media Launch on Thursday, May 29, 2025 at the Ornate Pavilion Event Centre, Jos.
The event, according to a statement issued at the end of the engagement by the organisation, brought together and united over 60 young leaders from 10 diverse wards within Jos North Local Government Area, setting a bold vision for nurturing servant leadership anchored in empathy, inclusion, and social transformation.
The gathering served as a dynamic platform to officially introduce SOLCI’s mission, vision, and innovative digital engagement tools to the public and key stakeholders. Under the visionary leadership of Mr. Haroun Audu, a marketing communications consultant and lawyer, together with Mrs. Marie Audu a Home Engineer, SOLCI is committed to empowering young people aged 18 to 30 from various ethnic, religious, and socio-political backgrounds to become value-driven change makers ready to tackle societal challenges through service and civic responsibility.
Highlights of the event included a keynote address by SOLCI’s co-founder Mr. Haroun Audu titled “How Exemplary Leadership Can Change the World,” which emphasized the urgent need for servant leadership amongst the younger generation, to reverse societal decline.
The keynote outlined SOLCI’s foundation and vision, showcased inspiring examples of youth leadership, and introduced the organisation’s five pillars of servant leadership: start small, listen deeply, build bridges, pursue self-development, and live for a greater cause.
The roundtable featured a robust panel discussion moderated by Mr. Charles Bulus Jonathan, with experts from economics, sociology, ICT, and leadership development. Discussions centered on the power of religious diversity, inclusive governance, youth empowerment, mentorship, and the positive use of social media for storytelling and community building.
Participants also engaged in an interactive session led by Rev. Williams Burga of Harvest Leadership Community in Africa (HaLCiA), who challenged attendees to embrace leadership as a form of community service rather than self-glorification.
Ward leaders and community dignitaries lauded SOLCI’s initiative for fostering unity and nurturing future leaders. Hon. Daniel Chishak, Chairman of PLASIEC, who was also the Chairman of the occasion, underscored the importance of patience and perseverance in every leadership journey.
The event culminated in a shared commitment to ongoing civic dialogue, mentorship, and grassroots collaboration. SOLCI’s digital platforms were unveiled, promising sustained engagement and storytelling to amplify youth voices and impact.
Outcomes from the event include:
a) Strengthened civic dialogue among diverse youth groups
b) Enhanced understanding of servant leadership principles
c) Empowered youth perceiving themselves as key agents of change
d) Established foundation for mentorship and collaborative networks
e) Public launch of SOLCI’s mission, leadership, and digital tools
Whilst thanking all the participants, panelists, ward representatives, and community leaders for their vital contributions, the Secretary of the Board of Trustees of SOLCI, Keran Danjan, a lawyer, noted that the event marks not just a launch but the start of a movement toward a more inclusive, empathetic, and servant-led society in Jos and beyond.