Junior Chamber International (JCI) Nigeria, South-west, has disclosed plans to hold a retreat for youths at Ilaje Resorts, Ibadan this month. The theme is “New Horizon”.
 
In a statement, the group’s South-west Director, Communication, Tobi Kuti, said participants would be expected to explore the group’s four areas of focus – individual development, business and entrepreneurship, community action, and international cooperation. 

Also, Executive Vice President, Southwest Area of JCI Nigeria, Gafar Odubote. said: “The retreat is a great opportunity for young leaders to come together and take key lessons from all the activities in the outgoing year and learn on how to become effective leaders.”
 
National President of JCI, Senator Attairu Abdullahi, said the retreat was in tandem with their national theme for 2023 – SEnD: an acronym for Skills, Engagement and Development. 

“Our major task this year is to develop platforms for our members to grow and explore opportunities that will make them excel. It is well-positioned to review our activities and upskill our members.”

The retreat is being hosted by JCI Oluyole. Its President, Ambassador Kafayat Amoo, said: “We chose Ilaji Resorts because its natural habitat will allow our participants to recreate, learn and also explore. We have lined up great facilitators and instructors, who will engage the participants to expand their horizon.”

“We are excited to offer various activities that will help professionals unwind and connect with each other, after working so hard all year,” said Chikeluba Okonkwo, the retreat Director, adding: “We are also committed to making this a sustainable event, and we will be taking steps to reduce our environmental impact.”

The retreat would feature activities such as team-building, training and socials.