08/05/2026
The 1st Edition of the "NexGen Orators Academy" Career Development Seminar, hosted at the Milton Margai Technical University Brookfields Campus, ended yesterday in an amazing atmosphere. The conference was a life-changing seminar that equipped young people with the required skills to thrive in a " Smarter, Healthier & Accountable Sierra Leone."
The conference focused on Public Speaking, Financial Literacy, Artificial Intelligence, Digitalization in Modernized Education, Mental Health and Health Talk, Leadership Development and Emotional Intelligence, and Sustainable Development.
The sessions were facilitated by experts, academics, and influential personalities. The first day was hosted by Zainab Saffa (Minister of Education, MMTUSUG). It was collaborative and beneficial to all delegates.
1st Day
Guru Augustine Abdul Martin Martinez: Overcoming Glossophobia
Dr. Patrick: Mental Health & Stress Management Among Youths
His Excellency James French(Federal President, MMTUSUG): Youth Leadership
Governor Alhassan Joyson Kallon (Governor, Brookfields Campus, MMTUSUG: Guest Speaker
2nd Day
The second day was hosted by Mr. Kelfala.
Director Minguel Koroma (Dr. of Planning NUSS): Guest Speaker & Poet
Mr. Santigie Conteh (MMTU Orator): Public Speaking for Leadership
Mr. Edward Sesay: Financial Literacy
Mr. Ishmeal Dauda Conteh (HOD, MMTU Public Health): Preventing Common Diseases /illness (Public Health Approach)
Com. Simitie Lavaly Esq (Commissioner, HRCSL): Distinguished Guest Speaker
The seminar wrapped up with a certification ceremony, photo sessions, and networking.
The Academy extends gratitude and appreciation to all sponsors, especially Milton Margai Technical University Brookfields Campus for granting the request to host the program and for the logistical support, Grafton Spring Water for their immense support, all *guests* for honoring the invitation, and the *delegates* for attending the seminar.
With regards,
Ansumana Koroma,
Conference Coordinator.