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Youth told to focus on true meaning of life
Young student leaders have been urged to deploy time, effort and persistence in their journey towards a successful leadership.
According to Professor Pikay Richardson, Visiting Senior Fellow, Alliance Manchester Business School, University of Manchester, shortcuts to success often leads to regret and failure.
He was speaking at the ‘Lead Your Self National Youth Leadership Conference 2025’ organised by the David Douglas Leadership Forum (DDLF), a non-profit organisation at Adisadel College, Cape Coast.
It was on the theme; ‘‘Ethical Leadership and Decision Making, Developing Personal Leadership Skills.’’
Professor Richardson cautioned the students not to chase material things in the wake of social media trends but focus on the true meaning of life, which is a life of decency and integrity and ensure that they leave behind a positive legacy for others to replicate.
Present at the conference were students and teachers of Ghana National College, Mfantsipim School, Adisadel College, Mfansteman Girls and St. Augustine’s College.
In his welcome address, David Douglas Tengey, Executive Director of DDLF stated that the future of Ghana and the world as a whole lies in the youth.
He noted that, ‘‘we invest in the future by equipping you with the skills, values and vision necessary to lead with integrity, courage and purpose.’’
He added that events reflect the pressing need of our time which are self-awareness, resilience, collaboration, critical thinking and ethical leadership.
‘’These are not just professional skills; they are life skills and they will determine how you navigate challenges, inspire change and leave your mark on the world.
Speakers and panelists at the event were Dr Mike Amofa Dankwa, Kobby Kyei Media, Dr Kaprece James, and Bridgars Awonor.
By Esinam Jemima Kuatsinu