The Youth Coalition for Education in Nigeria (YOCEN), a Pan-Africa development-driven initiative, Nigeria chapter, has conferred its certificate of Noble prize for Excellence to Engr. Seyi Adesomi as Vanguard of Societal Transformation in Nigeria. In recognition of his immense contributions towards societal transformation via human capital development, effective services delivery, Youth Empowerment, meritorious service to his profession & a build for better Nigeria.

Speaking at the award ceremony, held at Olam Limited in Kaduna on the 17th January 2024 the head of Mission and Secretary General of YOCEN Hon. Yakubu Nurudeen Yahaya described Engr. Seyi Adesomi as a quintessential icon, a famous advocate of sustainable development goals especially in the area of Youth Engagement/Empowerment and a role model to Nigeria/African students which has endear the body to recognize him as a visionary and leader of repute.

“We found Engr. Seyi Adesomi to be a role model and a mentor whose dedicated services and commitment towards nation building, especially in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals are outstanding and his ingenious strides are indeed admirable, recognized and appreciated by YOCEN-Nigeria”.

“These are few among his strides that warranted this honour on him, for he has proven himself to be a man of charisma who can stick out his neck for the cause he believes in.

“YOCEN-Nigeria and the entirety of African Students/Youth have recognised him as a man of courage who has zero tolerance for ineffectiveness; a seasoned intellectual with passion for continental renaissance, a noble champion who is known for his effective service delivery.”

He said Engr. Adesomi has established an indelible mark in his profession, processing and discharging of his duties and posterity would continue to remember his incredible contributions to humanity and society.

In his response, Engr. Seyi Adesomi thanked the organization for finding him worthy of this prestigious award.

“I am delighted to have been selected today, as one of those who merit the National award. Going by my antecedence it is a well deserved award”.

Engr. Adesomi that he is still striving hard to achieve more and promised to do more in capacity building and societal development.

“I wish YOCEN success in all its activities in Nigeria and other African countries and looking forward for more partnership with YOCEN-Nigeria,” Engr. Seyi Adesomi said.