Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy

Welcome to a new month filled with fresh possibilities, renewed purpose and opportunities to make a lasting impact.

As we journey through the year, may this month inspire us to lead with intention, embrace challenges as opportunities for growth, and remain steadfast in our commitment to excellence, service, and positive change.

Happy New Month from all of us at LJLA.

Stay Ahead of the Application Process

The journey to becoming a Fellow of the Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy(LJLA) starts with staying informed.

Follow our WhatsApp Channel for exclusive updates, important announcements, application tips, key dates, and everything you need to know about the 2026/2027 LJLA Fellowship Application.

Do not miss opportunities that could shape your leadership journey.

Scan the QR code or click the link in our bio to join the channel today.

Eid Mubarak from all of us at LJLA🌙✨

As we celebrate this special season, may it bring peace, joy, kindness, and warmth to every home and community.

Wishing you and your loved ones a beautiful celebration filled with happiness, love, and memorable moments🤍

Tune in today to the LJLA Radio Show as Oladele Dada, Co-Founder of Kreateng, explores the realities of building technology solutions in Nigeria, the difficult choices founders must make, the milestones that define growth, and the future opportunities within the nation’s evolving tech ecosystem.

📅 Thursday, 21st May 2026
🕡 6:30 PM (WAT)
📻 EKO 89.7 FM

Topic: Building Tech in Nigeria: The Hard Decisions, the Breakthroughs, and the Road Ahead.

From entrepreneurship and innovation to leadership and the future of technology in Nigeria, this promises to be an insightful conversation you do not want to miss.

The selection process for the 2026/2027 Cohort of the Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy continues with the next stages of assessment:

✅ Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBT)
✅ Essay Writing
✅ Leadership Evaluation Hub
✅ Leadership Pitch (Video Submission)
✅ Final Selection

Each stage has been carefully designed to identify bold, visionary, and impact-driven young leaders prepared to shape the future of leadership and governance.

Applicants are encouraged to check their emails regularly and stay connected to our social media platforms for important updates and announcements.

Applications for the Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy 2026/2027 Cohort have officially closed.

We appreciate every applicant who took this bold step towards leadership, service and impact.

Stay connected for updates on the next phase of the selection process.

The Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy Fellowship Programme is designed for young leaders who are ready to stretch themselves, expand their capacity, and contribute meaningfully to society through leadership and service.

If you are yet to complete your application, this is the moment to do it.

The application portal closes by 11:59PM today.

Apply now via: www.ljla.academy/application2026

Is leadership defined by position, or by the value created through action, character, and decision-making?

This question shaped an engaging Fireside Chat session with Mr. Bolaji Balogun, CEO of Chapel Hill Denham, as he shared practical insights on leadership, resilience, economic impact, and personal growth with our Fellows.

Drawing from his experience across business and finance, Mr. Balogun challenged the Fellows to think beyond titles and embrace leadership as the ability to create better systems, build enabling environments, and inspire people through consistency and purpose.

The conversation also explored the importance of staying clear-minded in challenging moments, identifying opportunities in uncertainty, and remaining committed to continuous learning and self-development.

More importantly, the session reminded the Fellows that exceptional leadership is reflected not just in authority, but in the quality of decisions made, the problems solved, and the impact created.