In a bold step towards shaping Africa’s future, The Covenant Nation, led by Pastor Poju Oyemade, is set to unveil Platform Africa, an expanded vision of its highly acclaimed initiative, The Platform Nigeria. The launch event will take place on May 1st in Lagos, bringing together innovators, leaders, public servants, and entrepreneurs from across the continent.
From National Voice to Continental Movement
Since its inception, The Platform Nigeria has been a transformative force, igniting critical conversations around economic governance, leadership, innovation, and national transformation. Now, with Platform Africa, that mission takes on a broader scope — transcending borders to embrace the shared aspirations and challenges of the African continent.
“Platform Africa represents a strategic evolution — one that acknowledges our collective responsibility to shape a better Africa through cross-border dialogue, collaboration, and leadership,” said Pastor Oyemade, the visionary behind the movement and Senior Pastor of The Covenant Nation.
A Conference with a Pan-African Purpose
Platform Africa is more than a conference — it is a multi-site, continental initiative designed to foster innovation, inspire leadership, and influence governance. It targets a wide range of changemakers, including:
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Entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs
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Women in leadership and business
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Public service aspirants
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Young professionals and visionaries
Catalysts for Change: The Platform Offshoots
The original Platform Nigeria model birthed impactful sub-programmes aimed at nurturing future leaders, such as:
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YPB Professionals (Young Professionals Bootcamp): Focused on skill development, career advancement, and impactful networking.
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TPPSB (The Platform Public Service Bootcamp): A leadership initiative that prepares individuals for effective roles in public governance.
These programs will now find pan-African expression, offering similar opportunities to youth and professionals across the continent.
What Platform Africa Aims to Achieve
Platform Africa seeks to become the leading policy-shaping and innovation-driving forum on the continent by:
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Connecting leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and professionals across Africa
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Encouraging cross-border collaborations
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Shaping governance and economic policies through thought leadership
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Providing a launchpad for youth engagement and civic participation
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Tackling continental challenges in education, governance, technology, economic development, and more
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Highlighting Africa’s global potential and influence
A Beacon for the Continent’s Future
As it grows beyond its national roots, Platform Africa remains committed to being a hub of transformation, collaboration, and inspiration. It stands as a call to action for Africa’s brightest minds to converge, share ideas, and co-create a thriving, innovative, and prosperous future for the continent.
