Mindshift at Labone SHS: Zhikay Ikejunior, Champion Rolie charge students to live consciously Online

Ghanaian online journalist and digital advocate, Zhikay Ike Junior, with his Mindshift Campaign train, on May 2, 2025, made a stop at the Labone Senior High School to engage students and educate them about the responsible use of social media in today’s fast-changing online world.

The Mindshift Campaign, a youth-focused initiative designed to inspire, educate, and guide students towards a more purposeful use of social media, was joined by celebrated professional dancer Champion Rolie to share his experience and expertise with the students.

Admired for his talent and strong online following, Champion Rolie took the stage and spoke about his journey as a dancer.

He opened up about how social media became a tool for his growth and exposure, highlighting how he leveraged it to build a meaningful brand and make a difference.

 Beyond the fame, Rolie emphasized the importance of academic excellence, advising students to take their books seriously while they pursue their talents.

Following Rolie’s address, Zhikay Ike Junior steered the students into a deeper conversation about the power and permanence of the digital space. He posed critical questions that sparked reflection among the students: Are you controlling your social media, or is social media controlling you? He reminded them that the internet never forgets, and every post, comment, or share contributes to their digital footprint one that could either build or damage their reputation in the long run.

Zhikay urged students to become intentional digital citizens by being mindful of the people and pages they follow, stressing that online influences subtly shape their thoughts, interests, and personalities. “Social media is not just a platform—it’s a mirror of who you are becoming,” he said.

The event underscored a simple yet powerful message: the next generation must do things differently. In a rapidly growing digital world, young people must not replicate the mistakes of their predecessors. Instead, they must navigate with knowledge, purpose, and integrity.

As the event drew to a close, the students left not with just selfies and memories but with a renewed perspective on the role of social media in their lives, as the Mindshift Campaign didn’t just inspire but planted seeds of change.