RCCG Empowers 1000 Youths on Job Creation

Mary Nnah

No fewer than 1000 youths converged at the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) Redemption City Career Fair event aimed at fostering job creation and empowering youth in pursuit of their professional aspirations.

Over 1,000 young people from across the country attended the Career Fair which was held at The Youth Centre, Redemption City Ibadan Expressway.

The Redemption City Career Fair stands as a testament to the power of collaboration between religious institutions and corporate entities in driving positive social impact.

The event, supported by leading entities such as Lighthouse Capital, Dare Adeboye Foundation, BlakSkill, CADD Centre, Tripplex LTD and PremiumTrust Bank, brought together Human Resources industry leaders, aspiring professionals, graduates and students in a dynamic forum of networking and collaboration.

The event witnessed an impressive turnout, featuring an engaging panel discussion, product showcase, career clinic, business clinic, job Interviews and networking opportunities.

A key supporter of the Fair, MTN Nigeria showcased its commitment to empowering the youth through technology and innovation. Lighthouse Capital and PremiumTrust Bank also played pivotal roles, providing invaluable insights into financial literacy and career development.

The highlight of the Redemption City Career Fair was the gracious presence of the National Overseer of RCCG, Pastor Sunday Akande who delivered an inspiring address reaffirming the church’s unwavering commitment to job creation and youth empowerment.

The National Overseer emphasised the pivotal role of education and skills development in shaping the future of the nation, encouraging collaboration between the church and corporate partners to drive positive change.

“We are delighted with the success of the Redemption City Career Fair and deeply appreciate the support from our partners.

“This event reflects RCCG’s dedication to nurturing a generation of empowered and skilled individuals ready to contribute meaningfully to society,”  Akande said.

The Career Clinic featured presentations, mock interviews and CV reviews by Human Resources (HR) Industry leaders including Toyin Lasaki, Head of HR and Administration, Knight Frank; Faith Akintunde, HR Director Nigeria & Developing Middle East Africa, Kimberly Clerk; Oluyemi Adeosun.

Others were the Head of Human Resources, Eterna PLC; Emmanuel Abegunde, Head of Human Resources, Kreston Pedabo among others.

Job seekers at the event also had the opportunity to attend interviews with companies who were on the ground to interview and recruit job seekers.

As the event drew to an end, participants left inspired, informed, and equipped with the tools necessary to navigate their career paths successfully.