Daniel Osayimwense Uwadia

Daniel Osayimwense Uwadia

Daniel Osayimwense Uwadia is a Youth Development Expert, a leader by example, a life coach and mentor; He is a young vibrant political Enthusiasts, a graduate of the prestigious University of Benin with pace setting achievements tied to his name.

Daniel is a global citizen, a recipient of several awards from the student and youth community and a strong supporter of youth development, nation building and grassroots inclusion but most importantly devoted to strengthening the capacity of the Nigerian youth. This has been rightly expressed and honed in the active  youth positions he has held in the country. He has contributed immensely to youth development and empowerment by providing multiple opportunities for youths (via jobs creation and trainings) and carrying out regular advocacy on SDG adaptation in Nigeria especially those relating to climate actions and environment.

Daniel is part of several International Sustainable Development Organizations where he seeks to add substantial value through driven impacts.

Daniel Osayimwense Uwadia

Daniel Osayimwense Uwadia is a Youth Development Expert, a leader by example, a life coach and mentor; He is a young vibrant political Enthusiasts, a graduate of the prestigious University of Benin with pace setting achievements tied to his name. Daniel is a global citizen, a recipient of several awards from the student and youth community and a strong supporter of youth development, nation building and grassroots inclusion but most importantly devoted to strengthening the capacity of the Nigerian youth. This has been rightly expressed and honed in the active  youth positions he has held in the country. He has contributed immensely to youth development and empowerment by providing multiple opportunities for youths (via jobs creation and trainings) and carrying out regular advocacy on SDG adaptation in Nigeria especially those relating to climate actions and environment. Daniel is part of several International Sustainable Development Organizations where he seeks to add substantial value through driven impacts.

Professional Info

Presenter:
Youth Connekt Africa Summit, Kigali, Rwanda ~ October, 2019

– Led a team of Nigerian Youth Delegates.
– Made a presentation to commemorate the International Day of the Girl Child.

Team Lead:
UN-Habitat 10th World Urban Forum (WUF10), Abu Dhabi, UAE ~ February, 2020

– Led a team of Nigerian Delegates to WUF10
– Paid a working visit to the Nigerian Ambassador to the UAE, H.E Amb. Mohammed Rimi to discuss opportunities for Nigerian Youths in the UAE.

Convener:
National Youth Dialogue, Benin ~ November, 2020

Panelist:
Alaghodaro 2020 Edo Youth Summit, Benin -~November, 2020

Initiator:
Edo State Youth Parliament ~ May, 2021

– I initiated the Edo State Youth Parliament by localizing the National Youth Parliament at the State level

Team Lead:
Economic Study Tour to Botswana & Namibia
~ July, 2021

– Led a team of youths for a working visit to the Nigerian Head of Chancery to Botswana, Mr. Godwin Ifeanyi Okoro
– Led a team of youths for a working visit to the Nigerian Ambassador to Namibia, H.E Amb. Rt. Hon. Prince Terhemen Tarzoor
– Youth round-table with the Leaders of the Botswana National Union of Students (BONUS) and the Namibian National Students Organization (NANSO).

Speaker:
UN-Habitat 11th World Urban Forum (WUF11), Katowice, Poland ~ June, 2022

– Made a presentation on how parliamentarians can support effective rural-urban linkages and the transformation of cities for a better urban future

Speaker:
Africa-Asia Youth Forum (AAYF), Addis Ababa, Ethiopia ~ July, 2022

– Made a presentation on mentorship and youth inclusiveness in politics.

Work Experience

Co-Founder - Koko PR / Talent Management Firm, UNIBEN
~2012 - 2016

Started a news bulletin on campus that updated students with latest information on topics like sports, entertainment, politics and jokes from around the globe. Working with a small team of we demonstrated innovative abilities that enabled our publication standout on campus. The brand went on to organize the first UNIBEN Talent Quest which engaged over 1000 students through auditions and then over 3000 youths at the main event. The main judge at the event was Late Sir Victor Uwaifo MON JP and the winner went home with hundred thousand naira (#100,000) and a recording deal with Lock-Down Entertainment studios.

Special Assistant on Student Affairs - Office of the Commissioner for Youth and Special Duties, Edo State
~2017 - 2019

As the Special Adviser to the Commissioner for Youth and Special Duties in Edo state, I interacted with students on behalf of the state Government. I also ensured that I properly coordinated students activities in the state and kept the commissioner abreast. I participated in institutional decision making structures and I managed and administered student representation at different levels.

Minority Leader - Nigerian Youth Parliament
~2019 to 2021

I represented the youths of Edo South Senatorial District at the National Yout Parliament, ensuring that the voices of the Nigerian youths were heard regarding government policies that affect the youths directly. The parliament was instrumental to the enactment of the “Not Too Young to Run” bill by the National Assembly in 2018. I networked and built relationships with external professionals that were crucial to aiding and supporting young people. Attended and participated in meetings, conferences and conventions. Worked collaboratively with other parliamentary members to achieve our common goals.

Program Coordinator - Office of the Ambassador, African Union Agenda 2063 Envoy
~Present

Monitor and manage implementation of Agenda 2063 goals that relate to youths. Organize youth advocacy events across Africa.

African Engagement Advisor to the Global Solutions Summit, Berlin, 2023 - Global Solutions Initiative
~Present

As the African Engagement Advisor to the Global Solutions Summit 2023, I work to bring Africa’s unique perspective and insights to the Summit’s discussions, helping to strengthen the partnership between Africa and the global community for a sustainable and prosperous future.

Professional Info

Presenter:
Youth Connekt Africa Summit, Kigali, Rwanda ~ October, 2019

– Led a team of Nigerian Youth Delegates.
– Made a presentation to commemorate the International Day of the Girl Child.

Team Lead:
UN-Habitat 10th World Urban Forum (WUF10), Abu Dhabi, UAE ~ February, 2020

– Led a team of Nigerian Delegates to WUF10
– Paid a working visit to the Nigerian Ambassador to the UAE, H.E Amb. Mohammed Rimi to discuss opportunities for Nigerian Youths in the UAE.

Convener:
National Youth Dialogue, Benin ~ November, 2020

Panelist:
Alaghodaro 2020 Edo Youth Summit, Benin -~November, 2020

Initiator:
Edo State Youth Parliament ~ May, 2021

– I initiated the Edo State Youth Parliament by localizing the National Youth Parliament at the State level

Team Lead:
Economic Study Tour to Botswana & Namibia
~ July, 2021

– Led a team of youths for a working visit to the Nigerian Head of Chancery to Botswana, Mr. Godwin Ifeanyi Okoro
– Led a team of youths for a working visit to the Nigerian Ambassador to Namibia, H.E Amb. Rt. Hon. Prince Terhemen Tarzoor
– Youth round-table with the Leaders of the Botswana National Union of Students (BONUS) and the Namibian National Students Organization (NANSO).

Speaker:
UN-Habitat 11th World Urban Forum (WUF11), Katowice, Poland ~ June, 2022

– Made a presentation on how parliamentarians can support effective rural-urban linkages and the transformation of cities for a better urban future

Speaker:
Africa-Asia Youth Forum (AAYF), Addis Ababa, Ethiopia ~ July, 2022

– Made a presentation on mentorship and youth inclusiveness in politics.

Work Experience

Co-Founder - Koko PR / Talent Management Firm, UNIBEN
~2012 - 2016

Started a news bulletin on campus that updated students with latest information on topics like sports, entertainment, politics and jokes from around the globe. Working with a small team of we demonstrated innovative abilities that enabled our publication standout on campus. The brand went on to organize the first UNIBEN Talent Quest which engaged over 1000 students through auditions and then over 3000 youths at the main event. The main judge at the event was Late Sir Victor Uwaifo MON JP and the winner went home with hundred thousand naira (#100,000) and a recording deal with Lock-Down Entertainment studios.

Special Assistant on Student Affairs - Office of the Commissioner for Youth and Special Duties, Edo State
~2017 - 2019

As the Special Adviser to the Commissioner for Youth and Special Duties in Edo state, I interacted with students on behalf of the state Government. I also ensured that I properly coordinated students activities in the state and kept the commissioner abreast. I participated in institutional decision making structures and I managed and administered student representation at different levels.

Minority Leader - Nigerian Youth Parliament
~2019 to 2021

I represented the youths of Edo South Senatorial District at the National Yout Parliament, ensuring that the voices of the Nigerian youths were heard regarding government policies that affect the youths directly. The parliament was instrumental to the enactment of the “Not Too Young to Run” bill by the National Assembly in 2018. I networked and built relationships with external professionals that were crucial to aiding and supporting young people. Attended and participated in meetings, conferences and conventions. Worked collaboratively with other parliamentary members to achieve our common goals.

Program Coordinator - Office of the Ambassador, African Union Agenda 2063 Envoy
~Present

Monitor and manage implementation of Agenda 2063 goals that relate to youths. Organize youth advocacy events across Africa.

African Engagement Advisor to the Global Solutions Summit, Berlin, 2023 - Global Solutions Initiative
~Present

As the African Engagement Advisor to the Global Solutions Summit 2023, I work to bring Africa’s unique perspective and insights to the Summit’s discussions, helping to strengthen the partnership between Africa and the global community for a sustainable and prosperous future.

Education

B.Sc. Physiology University of Benin, Benin City 2014

Professional Courses

“From Extraction to Intersecting” – International Winter School
O.P Jindal Global University, India.
2022
Youth Leadership in The Circular Economy
Udemy
2022
6th International Youth Conference
Generation Next, UNDGC and UN Habitat. New York, USA.
2022
Workshop on Sustainability in Business Governance and Education
Plymouth Business School, University of Plymouth, London, UK.
2022
General Outsourcing Skills Human Development
Training Heights, Akwa Ibom, Nigeria.
2021
Effective Leadership and Good Governance
Centre for Citizenship and Training, Lagos, Nigeria.
2018

Professional Affiliations

– Global Solutions Initiative

– African Union ECOSOCC

– UN Habitat

– Nigerian Society of Red Cross

– Nigerian Youth Parliament

– International Association for the Exchange of Students for Technical Experience

– National Youth Council of Nigerian

– National Association of Nigerian Students

– All African Students Unions

– American society of Nephrology

Skills

– Policy making

– Youth engagement

– Human resource management

– Project Management

– Public Relations

– Mobilization and campaign management

– Team Leadership

Interests

– Politics

– Research

– Problem solving

– Cooking

– Traveling

– Networking

Education

B.Sc. Physiology University of Benin, Benin City 2014

Professional Courses

“From Extraction to Intersecting” – International Winter School
O.P Jindal Global University, India.
2022
Youth Leadership in The Circular Economy
Udemy
2022
6th International Youth Conference
Generation Next, UNDGC and UN Habitat. New York, USA.
2022
Workshop on Sustainability in Business Governance and Education
Plymouth Business School, University of Plymouth, London, UK.
2022
General Outsourcing Skills Human Development
Training Heights.
2021
Effective Leadership and Good Governance
Centre for Citizenship and Training, Lagos.
2018

Professional Affiliations

– Global Solutions Initiative

– African Union ECOSOCC

– UN Habitat

– Nigerian Society of Red Cross

– Nigerian Youth Parliament

– International Association for the Exchange of Students for Technical Experience

– National Youth Council of Nigerian

– National Association of Nigerian Students

– All African Students Unions

– American society of Nephrology

Skills

– Policy making

– Youth engagement

– Human resource management

– Project Management

– Public Relations

– Mobilization and campaign management

– Team Leadership

Interests

– Politics

– Research

– Problem solving

– Cooking

– Traveling

– Networking

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