About OLAJIDE TORIAH FILANI

Olajide Filani Toriah is a respected youth leader, public advocate, and the current President of the Unified Nigerian Youth Forum (UNYF)—one of Nigeria’s most influential and progressive youth-led platforms. Known for his passion for national development, service to humanity, and unwavering commitment to empowering young Nigerians, Toriah has become a powerful voice for change and unity across the country. Born and raised in Nigeria, Olajide Filani Toriah grew up with a strong sense of responsibility to community and nation. His early exposure to youth activism, volunteerism, and community engagement shaped his belief that young people are not just the future of the nation—they are active contributors to today’s progress. Over the years, he developed a reputation for being bold, visionary, and solutions-driven, characteristics that eventually set him apart as a natural leader. Before emerging as President of UNYF, Olajide served in various leadership capacities within youth networks, community organizations, advocacy groups, and civil society initiatives. His work focused on promoting unity, supporting underserved communities, strengthening the voices of disadvantaged youths, and pushing for reforms that bring fairness, justice, and opportunities to all Nigerians regardless of background. As a leader, Toriah is deeply committed to youth inclusiveness, digital empowerment, peacebuilding, economic growth, and transparent leadership. He is widely recognized for his ability to mobilize young people, inspire collective action, and build bridges across diverse communities, tribes, and regions. His calm but firm leadership style continues to earn him the respect of youth groups, policymakers, community leaders, and national stakeholders. Under his stewardship, the Unified Nigerian Youth Forum has gained stronger visibility, deeper national presence, and a renewed sense of purpose. He has transformed the forum into a platform that amplifies youth aspirations, promotes social justice, and drives constructive national dialogue. Beyond advocacy, Olajide is also actively involved in capacity-building, public speaking, national orientation initiatives, digital skills projects, and mentorship programs for emerging leaders. His vision is clear: to raise a generation of empowered, enlightened, and united young Nigerians capable of transforming the country from within. Today, Olajide Filani Toriah stands as a symbol of hope and a beacon of possibility—a leader whose life continues to inspire young Nigerians to rise, lead, and build the nation they dream of.