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Driving the Future: Empowering Nigerian Youth through Automotive Innovation
Empowering Youth for Sustainable Mobility: CNG Innovation, Green Skills & the Future of Automotive Technology in Nigeria
Wednesday, 26th November 2025
Ibadan Civic Center, Idi Ape, Ibadan.
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Chief Joseph Osanipin
Director General
National Automotive Design and Development Council
DR. Titilope Gbadamosi
Special Assistant to the President
Youth Initiatives (Delivery and Monitoring).
Conference
About the Conference
The National Automotive Design & Development Council (NADDC), in collaboration with the Office of the Special Assistant to the President on Youth Initiatives, and in partnership with the Oyo State Government, presents the 2025 Oyo State National Youth Automotive Conference — a premier event dedicated to empowering Oyo State youth in the fast-evolving automotive and mobility sector.
This year’s conference focuses on CNG innovation, green automotive skills, and sustainable technology adoption.
It is a national platform designed to connect policymakers, innovators, industry experts, and aspiring automotive professionals to discuss and shape the future of cleaner, safer, and more inclusive mobility in Nigeria.
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Participant
Why You Should Attend
Firsthand Insight
Firsthand insight Gain firsthand insight into Nigeria's automotive innovation and the opportunities within the Nigeria first policy
Networking
Connect directly with key policymakers, innovators, and automotive experts.
Enterprenueship
Explore career, training, and entrepreneurship opportunities for youth in the automotive value chain.
Learning
Learn about emerging trends in new energy vehicles, safety standards, and sustainable transport solutions.
Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR
President
Federal Republic of Nigeria
Engr Oluseyi Makinde
Executive Governor
Oyo State
Ayodele Wisdom Olawande
Honorable Minister of Youth Development
Federal Ministry of Youth Development, Nigeria.
Senator John Owan Enoh
Honorable Minister of State for Industry, Trade, and Investment
Federal Ministry of State for Industry, Trade, and Investment
Chief Joseph Osanipin
Director General
National Automotive Design and Development Council
DR. Titilope Gbadamosi
Special Assistant to the President
Youth Initiatives (Delivery and Monitoring).
Wasilat Adegoke Adefemi
Commissioner for Youth and Sports
Oyo State
- Schedule
Conference Agenda
| Time | Activity | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Arrival and Registration | Guest arrival and registration. Attendees receive conference kits and badges. |
| 10:00 AM – 10:05 AM | National Anthem & Opening Prayer | National Anthem to be recited by the audience, followed by the National prayer. |
| 10:05 AM – 10:15 AM | Opening Remarks | Delivered by the Special Assistant to the President Youth Initiatives (Delivery and Monitoring).- Dr. Titilope Gbadamosi |
| 10:15 AM – 10:30 AM | Welcome Address | Delivered by the Director-General, NADDC. – Chief Joseph Osanipin |
| 10:30 AM – 10:40 AM | Goodwill Messages | Remarks from key government officials, partners, and representatives from the Oyo State Government. |
| 10:40 AM – 11:00 AM | Policy Address | Delivered by the Honourable Minister of Youth Development – Ayodele Wisdom Olawande |
| 11:00 AM – 11:20 AM | Keynote Address | “Innovation, Investment, and Sustainability in Nigeria’s Auto Industry” — Oluwatobi Ajayi |
| 11:20 AM – 11:35 AM | Group Photograph | All dignitaries, speakers, and participants. |
| 11:35 AM – 12:00 PM | Coffee Break & Networking | Light refreshments and interactive networking session. |
| Time | Session Title | Speaker / Panel Lead |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | Session 1: Advancing Local Vehicle Production and Assembly | Panel of Automotive Manufacturers and NADDC Technical Leads. |
| 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM | Session 2: An analysis of the Nigeria First Policy, its gains in the future. | Experts from NADDC and the Private Sector. |
| 1:45 PM – 2:30 PM | Session 3: Technology, Skills, and Youth Empowerment in Auto Innovation | Representatives from tertiary institutions and innovation hubs. |
| Time | Activity / Session Title | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM | Lunch Break | Buffet lunch served at the conference hall. |
| 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM | Session 4: Financing and Policy Framework for the Automotive Sector | Panel discussion featuring representatives from BOI, CBN, and Industry Leaders. |
| 3:45 PM – 4:15 PM | Session 5: Driving Local Content and Component Manufacturing | Presentations by local manufacturers and suppliers. |
| 4:15 PM – 4:45 PM | Interactive Q&A / Discussion Session | Moderated by the NADDC conference team. Audience engagement and feedback. |
| 4:45 PM – 5:00 PM | Conference Communiqué Presentation | Presentation of resolutions and key outcomes from all sessions. |
| 5:00 PM – 5:15 PM | Closing Remarks | Closing note by NADDC representative and vote of thanks. |
| 5:15 PM onwards | Departure and Networking | Informal discussions, media interviews, and departure of guests. |
Speakers
Meet Our Speakers
Keynote Speaker
Oluwatobi Ajayi
Founder/CEO Nord Automobiles Limited
Chief Sunday Akin Dare
Special Adviser to the President on Public Communications and Orientation
Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe, FCA
Director-General and Global Liason Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership
Hon. Cephas Rahaman Olorunpoto
OYSHA member representing Oyo East/ Oyo West.
Niyi Adeseun
MD/CEO Tatum Bank
Fawaz Hamodu
SA to the President on Technology
Taiwo Shittu
Managing Director of Lanre Shittu Motors Nigeria Ltd.
Dr Seun Fakorede
Executive Adviser on Youth and Sports to the Oyo State Governor
Mr Musa M. Sani
Director, Planning, policy and Statistics, NADDC
Chisom Nwankwo
Founder TSWINI Group | RideVolt by TSWINI
Oreoluwa Aladejuyigbe
Broadcast Journalist, Crest FM
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