The chairman and founder of SONG AFRICA (Success of Nations and Governance in Africa), Dr Mark Igiehon, has called on Africans to stop “agonising and to start organising”.
He made the call during the recently held virtual public launch of the organisation.
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“Agonising about the many challenges we face will get us nowhere,” he said.
“We must all begin to play our part to come together to organise and implement the solutions required for Africa’s successful development.
“This is why we formally set up SONG Africa at this time despite our various initiatives which have been in operations since 2015.”
Igiehon added that he was about to raise a generation that could support those who are already in government; who can influence those in government.
“So, they can join hands with those in government to produce development; to move our communities, our nations into that ‘promised land’ dream.
“We are also about working with those who are already in government; to support them, to encourage them, to create a movement behind them that is available to create that critical mass of people who are developmental minded; people who have a dream and a vision of a better tomorrow for across Africa.”
SONG AFRICA is a nonprofit organisation with a mandate to build, equip and empower the youth of African descent with the skills and character required to influence and deliver successful government in Africa.
The organization, domiciled across Africa including Nigeria, Kenya and Accra, is focused on educating youths with the leadership and entrepreneurial skills required for societal transformation.
It also provides a viable network for exchanging practical ideas, and serve as a repository for solutions to the various political, economic and social issues hindering sustainable development in Africa
The Executive Director of SONG Africa, Chinonso Clark, explained the pertinent role and impact of the various initiatives of the organisation in helping to engender development in Africa.
“It is important for youths of African descent to be encouraged and equipped with the knowledge required for impactful nation-building.
“Through our four core pillars, we are continuously working towards building sustainable communities and ensuring the positive development of the African continent, starting with Nigeria.
“We are preparing and training people to be developmentally minded in whatever role they occupy,” she said.
