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1st NIGERIA
WORLDWIDE DIASPORA CONFERENCE


JANUARY 18 – 20, 2007 
TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA
www.nidocanada.org              www.nidoamericas.org




Doubletree International Plaza Hotel, Toronto Airport
655 Dixon Road, Toronto Canada M9W 1J3
Tel: +1-416-244-1711  Fax: +1-416-244-8031
Website:  www.doubletree.hilton.com

1st NIGERIA
WORLDWIDE DIASPORA CONFERENCE

The 1st Nigeria Worldwide Diaspora Conference, which is organized by Nigerians in Diaspora Organization (NIDO), hosted by Canada Region, NIDO Americas will serve as the inaugural annual event for all Nigerians in the Diaspora.

This conference follows from the (i) 1st Science and Technology Conference “Bridging the Digital and Scientific Divides: Forging Partnerships with the Nigerian Diaspora” July 25 – 27, 2005 and the (ii) 1st Nigerian Diaspora Day and the 2nd Science and Technology Conference “Strenghtening Partnerships with The Nigerian Diaspora” July 25 – 28, 2006.  Both events, held at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja, took place in furthering the Federal Government’s policy of involving the Nigerian Diaspora in national developmental efforts.  The special guest of honour was Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, GCFR, President and Commander-in-Chief of The Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

In pursuance of the positive outcome of the July 2005 and July 2006 conferences in Abuja, this 1st Nigeria Worldwide Diaspora Conference focuses (a) Mobilizing and sensitizing Nigerians in the Diaspora and their involvement in moving Nigeria forward, (b) Promoting and strengthening NIDO locally and worldwide through partnerships with other Nigerian organizations, and (c) Promoting the investment opportunities in Nigeria for the Diaspora.

This 1st Nigeria Worldwide Diaspora Conference has adopted the theme:

"Awakening the Tiger in the Heart of Africa”
The Role of the Diaspora in the Socio-economic Development of Nigeria

The projected sub-themes are as follows:

Investment opportunities for the Nigerian Diaspora;
Marketing the Nigeria brand: the Heart of Africa Project;
Socio-economic development and reforms: empowerment of youth, women and the under-privilege (discussions on reforms would focus more on the successes and challenges);
The role of Nigerian Diaspora in the advancement of science and technology in Nigeria; and
Diversifying Nigerian economy-untapped potential: real estate and tourism.

The above theme and sub-themes are appropriate at this time of transition in Nigeria.

The conference is expected to, among other things, bring together Nigerian professionals to discuss effective ways to contribute in nation building as well as to network amongst themselves. The meeting would highlight and recognize the accomplishments of some Nigerians, in addition to projecting a more positive image of Nigeria and Nigerians around the world.


NIDO Mission Statement

NIDO’s Mission is to galvanize and mobilize the vast human resources of Nigerians in Diaspora to assist in the socio-economic development of Nigeria and to instill consciousness and civic responsibility that will enhance the advancement of Nigerians and humanity in general.


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Toronto, a city of 5.5 million people, on the north shore of Lake Ontario, is the largest of Canada's vibrant urban centres. It is the hub of the nation's commercial, financial, industrial, and cultural life, and is the capital of the Province of Ontario. People have lived here since shortly after the last ice age, although the urban community only dates to 1793 when British colonial officials founded the 'Town of York' on what then was the Upper Canadian frontier. That backwoods village grew to become the 'City of Toronto' in 1834, and through its subsequent evolution and expansion Toronto has emerged as one of the most liveable and multicultural urban places in the world today.

Toronto is a clean, safe, cosmopolitan city with a wonderful network of parks, recreational, and cultural facilities. Toronto is the home of four professional sports teams and the third largest English-speaking theatre district in the world, behind New York and London. One of the world's most ethnically diverse cities, it is home to more than 80 ethnic communities from Africa, Asia, and Europe.




CONFERENCE SITE


655 Dixon Road, Toronto Canada M9W 1J3,  Tel: +1-416-244-1711  Fax: +1-416-244-8031
Website:  www.doubletree.hilton.com

           


The Doubletree International Plaza Hotel, a Pinnacle award-winning hotel, is situated moments from Pearson International Airport (YYZ), only twenty minutes from downtown Toronto.  For your convenience, the hotel provides complimentary shuttle service to and from the airport.

ORGANIZING COMMITTEE



Central Planning Committee

Mr. Robert Ngwu (Co-chair), USA
Dr. Gabriel Ogundele (Co-chair), Canada
Mr. Nweke Collins, Europe
Chief Tunde Olagundoye, Canada
Prof. Abba Gumel, Canada
Prof. Dennis O. Balogu, USA
Ms. Ubani Martin, USA
Ms. Jumoke Akin-Taylor, USA

Ex-officio members
Dr. Ola Kassim
Mr. Jimi Lawal
Mrs. Stella Onuoha Local Planning Committee

Dr Gabriel Ogundele (Chair), Toronto
Chief Tunde Ologundoye, Toronto
Mr. David Esho, Toronto
Mr. Wilson Adekoya, Toronto
Mr. Usbon Ekhibise, Toronto
Dr. Peter Ozemoyah, Toronto
Mrs. Shola Olubunmi, Toronto
Mrs. Carmin Oke, Toronto
Mrs. Nse Martin, Toronto

Mr. Shola Enikanolaiye, NHC, Ottawa
Mr. Wale Ade Sanya, Ottawa



PROGRAM COMMITTEE

Program Coordinators: Prof. Joe Igietseme  and Prof. Dennis O. Balogu

SUB-COMMITTEES


Banking, Investment
& Real Estate

Jumoke Akin-Taylor (Chair)
Shade Arowoselu
Richard Soyombo
Tony Okafor
Michael Daramola
Emmanuel Akinwunmi Education

Dennis O. Balogu
Bolaji Aluko
Joe Igietseme
Tourism/Image Nigeria

Uzoma Obi
Yakubu Muhammad




NIDO BOARD









Nigeria National Volunteer Service (NNVS)

Ambassador Joe Keshi
Mr. Sheidu Momoh, Deputy Director NNVS
Mr. Amuzie

Preliminary Program

Thursday, January 18, 2007


After 5:00 pm Arrival of Delegates and Special Guests    
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Central and Local Organizing Committee Meeting Room    
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Registration Room    
7:00 pm Welcome Reception Room


Friday Morning, January 19, 2007
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7:30 AM-9:00AM                   NIDO Leadership Breakfast Meeting

“NIDO Worldwide - Its Structure, Operation, and Mandate”
Co-Chairs: Dr. Ola Kassim, Dr. Femi Olojugba
Opening Remarks – Joe Keshi, Mrs. Bola Ogunrinade

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM REGISTRATION Room TBD
9:00 AM – 9:30 AM WELCOME
Room TBD
Opening Prayer

Introduction –Dr Gabriel Ogundele & Mr Robert Ngwu
                         Co-Chairs, Central Planning Committee

Welcome Remarks:
  Dr Ola Kassim, Chairman, NIDO Americas
  Dr. Femi Olojugba, Chairman Board of Trustees NIDO Europe/Chairman, NIDO Worldwide

9:10 – 9:30
Official Opening Remarks
His Excellency Ambassador Femi George,
Nigeria’s High Commissioner to Canada

Mr David Miller,
Mayor of Metropolitcan City of Toronto

9:30 – 10:00
Engaging the Diaspora in National Development
Ambassador Joe Keshi
National Co-ordinator Nigeria National Volunteer Service
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10:00 AM – 10:20 AM COFFEE BREAK Room TBD
(sponsored by?)
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10: 30 AM – 12:30 PM MINISTERS’ PLENARY SESSION Room  TBD

Session Co-Chairs: Dr. Gabriel Ogundele and Mr. Robert Ngwu 

Ministerial Plenary Remarks

10:30 – 10:45 AM
Hon. Prof. Joy Ogwu, Federal Minister of Foreign Affairs.

10:45  --  11:00 AM
Hon. Mrs Oby Ezekwesili, Federal Minister of Education - Education Reforms in Nigeria.

11:00 AM – 11:15 AM
----------------------------------,  Federal Minister of Health

11:15 AM – 11:30 AM
Hon. Mrs Grace Ogwuchie,  Minister of Youth Development

11:30 AM – 11:45 PM
Hon. Frank Nweke, Jr., Federal Minister of Information and National Orientation

11:45 PM – 12:00 PM
Mallam Nasir el-Rufai, Federal Minister of Capital Territory

12:00 PM – 12:15 PM
Hon. Prof. Leslie Obiorah, Federal Minister of Solid Minerals

12: 15 – 12:30 PM
Hon. Bart Nnaji,  Federal Minister of Energy, Power and Steel

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LUNCH 12:35 AM – 02:00 PM Room TBD
(sponsored By?)(Luncheon speaker:  TBD) _____________________________________________________________________________

Friday Afternoon, January 19



BREAKOUT SESSIONS

2:15 PM – 4:30 PM SESSION  ‘A’ - Education Reforms in Nigeria Room TBD

Session Co-Chairs: Prof. Bolaji Aluko, Prof. Abba Gumel, Prof. Balogu

Plenary Remarks:: Hon. Mrs Oby Ezekwesili, Federal Minister of Education - Education Reforms in Nigeria.


2:30 PM – 3:00 PM Prof. Attahiru Jega, Vice Chancellor, Bayero University    
3:00 PM – 3:30 PM Prof. Julius Okojie, Executive Secretary, National University Commission    
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM Prof. Dennis Balogu, Prof. of Agric./Int’l. Affairs, University of Arkansas

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2:15 PM – 4:30 PM SESSION  ‘B’- Health and Wellness Room TBD

Session Co-Chairs: Dr Vincent Ahonkhai , Dr. Yahaya Kadiri, Dr. Lawal Garba, 
Plenary Remarks: Federal Minister of Health


2:30 pm – 03:00 pm The Diaspora and Healthcare in Nigeria
  Dr Kola T. Oyewumi, President CANPAD
Dr Yele Aluko, President ANPA

The Health of Migrants in the New World—Dr Ahmed, University of Ottawa    
03:00 pm – 03:30 PM African Cancer Centre, Lekki, Lagos: Prof. Williams, Scholar in Residence National health Institute USA.
HIV Diagnosis,  Prevention and Management in Nigeria—Prof. Femi Williams
   
03:30PM – 04:00 PM Trauma Care: From  Diaspora to Development, A role for Unique Collaboration — Dr. Bernard Rerri, Orthopedic Surgeon
A Novel Approach to Transforming Nigeria’s Health Care.- Dr. Okoronkwo Ogan, Critical Care Physician.
   
04:00 PM – 04:30 PM Affordable Cure for Sickle Cell Disease in the Thirdworld—Dr Wole Odujinrin

Improving Physicians’ Training and Healthcare Delivery – Dr. Ben. Anyanwu

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COFFEE BREAK 4:30 PM –  5:00 PM Room TBD
(sponsored by?)
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10:30 AM – 4:30 PM SESSION  ‘D’ – NIDO Youth Panel Discussion Room TBD
(Concurrent Sessions – SEE APPENDIX FOR DETAILS)

Session Co-Chairs/Co-Cordinators: Mr. Dayo Israel Abdulai, Ms. Yemi Alli 

Plenary Remarks: Hon Mrs Grace Ogwuchie,  Minister of Youth Development


10:30 AM – 12:30 PM Youth Panel Discussion
Moderator:  TBA
Issue: (a) Explore ways the Youth can contribute to national development.
   
02:30 PM – 4:30 PM
b) Stimulate discussion on accountability of citizens, (c) Establishment of NIDO Youth and  Youth abroad interaction with Youth in Nigeria

05:00 PM – 06:30 PM         (Room TBD)

HEART OF AFRICA PROJECT

Presented by Mr. Frank Nweke Jr. Hon. Minister of Information and National Orientation

07:00 PM -12 midnight DINNER Room TBD

Dinner and Entertainment Sponsored by Ministry of Information
Heart of Africa Project---Speaker:  TBD _______________________________________

Atunda Entertainment Productions Ltd. Presents:

ARA ----Reknowned Africa’s First Female Drummer

Africa Diaspora Musical Showcase—Yinka Farinde

Nigeria Cultural Showcase—Ministry of Tourism and Culture
Saturday Morning, January 20
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8:00AM -9:00AM REGISTRATION Room TBD

9:00AM – 9:10AM Dr. Ola Kassim               Good Morning & Opening Comment
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9:10AM – 11:40AM SESSION  ‘E’- Policy - Business Forum Room TBD


Session Chairperson and Moderator:  Prof. Joy Ogwu, Fed. Minister of Foreign Affairs,


09:10 am – 0940 am Policy
  Nigeria’s Socio-economic Reforms as a Model for Africa’s development-Mallam Nasir el Rufai, Minister Federal Capital territory
   
09:40 am – 10:10 am Managing Nigeria’s Debt Relief Gains: Vehicle for Attainment of Millenium Development goals-Mrs Aminat Ibrahim, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Millenium Developoment Goals
   
10:10 am – 10:40 am The Nigerian Investment Climate: Perspective, Policies and Opportunities—Engr. Mustapha Bello, Executive Secretary, Nigeria Investment Promotion Council (NIPC)
   
10:40 am – 11:10 am


11:10am  - 11:40 am The Nigerian Stock Exchange--- Dr Mrs Ndi Okereke Onyiuke, Director General, Nigerian Stock Exchange/Chairman/CEO Transcorp Corporation

Managing Financial Institutions in a Climate of Major Banking Reforms and Consolidations-the Nigerian Experience—Mr Tayo Adeinokun, Managing Director/CEO Guaranty Trust Bank


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LUNCH 12:00 AM – 01:20 PM Room TBD
(sponsored by?)
(Luncheon speaker:  “Marketing the Nigeria brand: the Heart of Africa Project”)
______________________________________________________________________________


Saturday Afternoon, January 20, 2007


BREAK-OUT SESSIONS:

01:30 PM – 4:00 PM      SESSION  ‘F’-  Tourism, Image Nigeria and Opportunities  Rm TBD

Session Co-Chair:  Dr. Lawrence Okere, Uzoma Obi, Esq., Ms. Jumoke Akin-Taylor


2:00 PM – 2:30 PM Making the Earth Work for You: Investments in the Solid Mineral Sector in Nigeria-Professor Leslie Obiora, Minister for Solid Minerals    
2:30 PM – 3:00 PM


3:00 PM – 3:30 PM Sustainable Electrical Energy Policy in Nigeria--Minister of Energy, Power and Steel
Dr. Bart Nnaji, Power Plant Owner; Dr. Emmanuel Onyebuchi,  Manitoba Hydro Electric;John Bannen – CEO BAY SOLAR

Affordable MassTransportation in the New Millenium: An Overview of Nigeria’s New Investments in the Rail Sector
   
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM Improving Trade Relations Through Policy: Nigeria and Canada—Mr Economic Development Canada, Engr. Mustapha Bello, Nigeria Investment Promotion Council, Bureau of Privatization Enterprises



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COFFEE BREAK 04:00 PM – 04:15 PM Room TBD
(sponsored by?)
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01:30 PM – 4:00 PM: SESSION  ‘G’ – Banking, Stock, Real Estate Investment for Nigerians in Diaspora and Tourism          Room TBD

Session Co-Chairs: Tony Okafor, Richard Soyombo and Eddie Bergman, Ph.D.



02:00 PM – 2:30 PM Home Sweet Home: Relocating to Nigeria-Opportunities and challenges—Mrs Bola Ogunrinade, Special Asssitant to the President on Diaspora Affairs
   
02:30 PM – 03:00PM UBA Non-resident Banking Products-Mr Chidi Okpala, Director Non-Resident Banking Program and Offshore Operations, UBA Plc.    
03:00 PM – 03:30 PM Overview Real Estate Developments in Nigeria:
Mr Jide Odusolu, Chairman/CEO, Legacy Realities, Ltd.
Mr Wale Elesin, Vice President, Cityscape Realities Nigeria
Mr Wale Akinboboye Chairman/CEO
Prof. Mabogunje, Chairman, Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria
Mrs. Ronke Omame – Special Advisor President on Affordable Housing
Chidi Okpala, UBA, Philip Odowugwu – Union Bank,
Wale Akinmure CEO CityScape
Debo Sodipo, Principal  Carona Engineering
   
03:30 PM – 04:00 PM Tourism: “Present Day Nigerian Tourism Industries”
Otunba Segun Runsewe – Director General, Nigerian Tourism     Promotion Council
Cross Rivers State, Ministry of Tourism
              Mr. Binite – President,  African Travel Association – Ghana
Mr. Wale Akinboboye
   


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COFFEE BREAK 04:00 PM – 04:15 PM Room TBD
(sponsored by?)
______________________________________________________________________________


05:10 PM – 6:15 PM SESSION  ‘H’ - Room TBD

Session Co-Chairs: Dr. Ola Kassim, Mr Collins Nweke, Ms. Shade Arowoselu

Plenary Remarks: “Marketing the Nigeria Brand – the Heart of Africa Project” by Hon. Mr Frank Nweke Jnr. Minister of Information
              Promoting Tourism in Nigeria-Otunba Segun Runsewe
Recovery and Return of Nigeria’s and Africa’s Lost Treasures to their Original Homes - Dr Eborieme, Director of National Museum and Antiquities; Ms. Anastasia Telesetsky,  Legal Practitioner , Cultural Anthropologist 

Key Note Speaker: Mr. Tony Elumelu, Chairman/CEO, United Bank of Africa, PLC.


06:30 PM
SUMMARY ON CONFERENCE PROCEEDINGS:
DISCUSSION ON ISSUING A COMMUNIQUE ON THE OUTCOME

Moderated by Co-Program Coordinators: Prof. Joe Igietseme and Prof. Dennis Balogu Banquet
(Saturday Evening, January 20)
Starting 7:00 PM


7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Cocktail    
8:00 pm – 9:30 pm Dinner –Keynote Speaker: Mr Tony Elumelu, Chairman/CEO UBA Plc.    
9:30 pm – Entertainment and Dance

Tentative Program

Master of Ceremony

Y

Entrance Procession

Y

Canadian National Anthem

Y

Nigerian National Anthem

Y

Pledge

Y

dinner

Y

Introduction of Head Table

Y

Speeches

Y

Presentations

Y

Entertainment

Y

Dance!  Dance!!  Dance


Canadian National Anthem

O Canada! Our home and native land!
True patriot love in all thy sons command.
With glowing hearts we see thee rise
The True North strong and free;
From far and wide, O Canada,
We stand on guard for thee,
God keep our land glorious and free!
O Canada! We stand on guard for thee.
O Canada! We stand on guard for thee.


Nigerian National Anthem

Arise, O compatriots, Nigeria’s call obey
To serve our Fatherland
With love and strength and faith,
The labour of our heroes past
Shall never be in vain
To serve with heart and might
One nation bound in freedom, peace and unity.


The Nigerian National Pledge

I pledge to Nigeria my country
To be faithful, loyal and honest
To serve Nigeria with all my strength
To defend her unity
And uphold her honour and glory
So help me God.







APPENDIX

NIGERIA WORLDWIDE DIASPORA CONFERENCE


NIDO YOUTH FORUM
Reconnecting With & Rebuilding Nigeria Today, For Tomorrow

 


Conference Theme
“Awakening the Tiger in the Heart of Africa” 

The Role of the Diaspora in the Socio-economic Development of Nigeria

Conference Location
Doubletree International Plaza Hotel
655 Dixon Road, Toronto, Canada M9W 1J3
Tel: 244-1711;    Fax: (416)244-8031 www.doubletree.hilton.com


Youth Conference Theme

Reconnecting With & Rebuilding Nigeria Today, For Tomorrow

The Role of the Diaspora Youth in the Socio-economic Development of Nigeria
TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA
JANUARY 19 – 20, 2007 

   

Objectives

1) To officially Launch NIDO- YOUTH as a new organization under the NIDO umbrella
2) To explore and make recommendations on ways by which Nigerian youths everywhere can contribute to a re-born and stable Nigeria, where our dreams for socio-economic growth and development can be better realized
3) To stimulate discussion on strategies that place high emphasis on accountability, and demonstration of leadership within/amongst and by Nigerian youths globally
4) To propose the establishment of a NIDO Youth Project that will take on a social development project in Nigeria, following the conclusion of the international NIDO conference. The project will focus on any one or more of the following examples of socio-economic challenges in Nigeria:
a) Lack of adequate teaching and learning materials in Primary and Secondary Schools in Nigeria, especially in remote and non-accessible regions across the country
b) Health Care Initiatives to address- Malaria, AIDS, Polio and other health related issues
c) Get Professional and well informed Nigerian Youth to volunteer their skills in their respective fields over a given period of time.


Conference Banquet Ticket: CAD $50/person (Advance Tickets Only)

For Tickets in Toronto, Canada
B’s Place, 2133 Jane St. Unit #1 (Jane & Wison), 416-242-8858
Guardian Pharmacy, 7-78 Corporate Dr., Scarborough, 416-279-0828
Naijaa Restaurant, 612 Trethewey Dr., (Jane & Trethewey), 416-247-1205
BakeryWorks, 1248 Dundas St. E, Unit 3, (Dixie&Dundas) Mississauga, 905-277-2253
Ola Restaurant & Catering Services, 1644 Weston Rd. (Weston & Denison), 416-614-6521

For More Information
647-220-5115; 416-707-6718; 416-500-0850; 416-255-1259; 416-433-8397




We aim to mobilize Nigerian Youth (both in Diaspora and in Nigeria) to explore and articulate a shared vision of the future of Nigeria, today. Interested youths are encouraged to participate at the conference by either presenting papers or by being actively involved in forum discussions on any/all of the topics listed below.

Program
Friday, January 19, 2007

8:30 A.M- Registration
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9:00A.M     Welcome Address & Official Opening Remarks
NIDO Worldwide
______________________________________________________________________________________________
10:00A.M     Welcome, Overview, Guidelines for Dialogue, Introductions
NIDO- Youth Planning Committee
______________________________________________________________________________________________
10:30A.M  Message from Hon Mrs. Grace Ogwuchie, Minister of Youth Development
______________________________________________________________________________________________


11:00A.M  Our Experiences- Living and Coping in the Western World as Nigerian Youths
Personal stories have the power to ignite dialogue by capturing and expressing shared and diverse interests, concerns and experiences. This will help “break the ice” as participating delegates will get the opportunity to know one another better.
Discussion- Facilitator- Diana Imonikhe
What are the key components of the “Nigerian Youth in the Diaspora” debate? – education, employment e.t.c
The Duality Trap; Fitting into the “new” environment, here or back home in Nigeria
______________________________________________________________________________________________
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11:30 A.M [Panel Presentations/Discussion] Invited Speakers: Gbenga Sesan, Hafsat Abiola, Chimamanda Ngozi
Adichie, Abdulai Apotieri Damilola, Uzodinma C Iweala

______________________________________________________________________________________________
11:30 A.M Youth Development and Empowerment – Challenges and Opportunities
This session will briefly set the context for analyzing the general debate around youth development and empowerment in the Diaspora and also in Nigeria; thereby providing a shared understanding of the circumstances for Nigerian youths, around the world.

Discussion Questions:
How do we define youth development and empowerment?
What shifts in youth development and empowerment have occurred in Nigeria today? And how have they impacted those in the Diaspora?
As youths in the Diaspora, what are our individual and collective visions for ourselves and for our respective communities? –sustainability and stability?
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12:30 P.M LUNCH

______________________________________________________________________________________________
1:30 P.M The Nigerian Brain-Drain- Reversing the Exodus

Discussion Question:
How do we examine the push and pull factors that have facilitated the Nigerian-brain drain over the years?
What are the impacts of education and employment as contributing factors?
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2:15 P.M Leadership and Accountability Measures for Positive Change within our Communities
Discussion Question:
What are some of the accountability measures that can be implemented by Nigerian youths to ensure that our roles as leaders in a new era for restructuring/rebuilding Nigeria are visible?


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3:00 PM Redefining the Image of Nigeria in a Global Context
Discussion Question:
What are some of the measures that can be implemented by Nigerian youths to contribute to redefining the image of Nigeria globally?
Addressing- Corruption, 419 and Zealotry e.t.c
Movies, & Music- The Nigerian Invasion on the Global Scene

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3:00 PM The Fight against Social Pandemics
Discussion Question:
What are the major social pandemics that have been recognized by Youths in Nigeria?
A.I.D.S, Malaria, Destitution, Poverty, Illiteracy e.t.c
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3:45 PM Discoveries, Themes and Implications for Action

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4:15 PM END of Sessions
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5:00 PM Sights/Sounds of Toronto
Delegates will visit off-site sight seeing attractions around the city.
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Saturday, January 20, 2007

Saturday’s Program will be in conjunction with the main NIDO Worldwide Conference.
Conference Dinner at 6:30pm