Delta Startups was honored to witness the resounding success of the Niger Delta Youth Parliament’s Regional Youth Convergence on Internal Security and Digital Innovation. Held on late Jully 4th 2025, this landmark gathering united legislative assembly members, security experts, digital innovators, and hundreds of young change makers from across the Niger Delta to chart a roadmap for a safer, more prosperous Nigeria.
A Platform for Purposeful Collaboration
The convergence titled “Enhancing Youth Collaboration in Safeguarding Critical National Assets and Curbing Cybercrime through Digital Innovation: A Road Map for National Development” served as an incubator for ideas, partnerships, and action plans. Through keynote addresses, panel sessions, and roundtable discussions, participants explored how the region’s brightest minds can harness technology to tackle our most pressing security challenges.
“We are not here today to admire our potential. We are here to convert it into purposeful collaboration and meaningful national impact.”
— Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, Speaker of the House of Representatives
Keynote Highlights
Ese Jibromah, Chief Operating Officer of Delta Startups, drove home the message that entrepreneurship is the strongest weapon against vice. As he put it: “The future does not belong to Fraudsters, it belongs to Founders.”
He then outlined his 5 P’s framework: Perception, People, Preparedness, Partnerships, Policies urging young leaders to build value deep ventures rather than chase get-rich-quick schemes.
Rt. Hon. Daniel Ifon, Speaker of the Niger Delta Youth Parliament, kicked off the event by redefining youth as active change makers rather than passive observers. He called on every young person to embrace ethical, purposeful innovation building solutions that protect our people and our data.
Hon. Igoin Peter Tokoni, Special Assistant to the President on ICT Development & Digital Innovation, shared milestones from his office including new cyber-crime centers in Bayelsa and beyond and urged attendees to align with the Renewed Hope Agenda, especially in AI, ICT development, and digital entrepreneurship.
Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen emphasized the vital role of our youth in guarding critical national assets. He championed greater youth involvement in policy making and security strategy, reminding us that digital responsibility is everyone’s duty.
Honoring a Champion of Youth Development
In a special ceremony, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen received the Public Service Legacy Award as a National Hero for his steadfast commitment to empowering young Nigerians. His pragmatic leadership has fueled countless initiatives that bridge the gap between today’s talent and tomorrow’s opportunities.
Partnership with Schoolville International
To turn yesterday’s conversations into tomorrow’s breakthroughs, the NDYP has partnered with Schoolville International to roll out hands-on training in:
- Robotics: Designing, building, and programming robots for industry.
- Artificial Intelligence: Applying AI techniques to solve real-world problems.
- Cybersecurity: Defending networks and data against emerging threats.
- Technical Starters: Supporting young entrepreneurs to develop innovative tech solutions.
Resolutions at a Glance
- Youth Empowerment: Scale digital skills training across the region.
- Digital Responsibility: Cultivate an ethical innovation mindset.
- Cross-Sector Collaboration: Forge partnerships among government, private sector, and youth networks.
- Innovation for Growth: Leverage technology to boost security, economic development, and sustainability.
Strategic Recommendations
- Expand Digital Literacy Programs: Launch initiatives in schools and communities to build foundational tech skills.
- Increase Youth Engagement: Involve young leaders in security and policy-making forums at state and national levels.
- Foster Multi-Stakeholder Partnerships: Connect youth groups, government agencies, NGOs, and the private sector around joint innovation hubs.
- Establish Regional Innovation Hubs: Create physical and virtual spaces where ideas can be prototyped, tested, and scaled.
Delta Startups’ Commitment
At Delta Startups, we believe that tomorrow’s solutions will come from today’s youth. We’re proud to support the NDYP’s vision by:
- Hosting follow-up workshops on cybersecurity and AI.
- Connecting graduates of the Schoolville programs to our Incubator and Accelerator cohorts.
- Amplifying youth voices through our Founders Circle and community platforms.
Together, we will turn bold ideas into real impact—safeguarding our assets, strengthening our economy, and empowering the next generation of innovators.
Stay connected with Delta Startups for upcoming training opportunities, mentorship programs, and funding calls inspired by this convergence. Let’s build a safer, more digitally empowered Niger Delta—one breakthrough at a time.
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