In a stirring celebration of leadership and community service, Ambassador Benedicta Nkemdilim Olarinde has been honoured with the NYAGGI Golden Role Model Award. This prestigious accolade recognises her dedication to youth empowerment and skill development.
The award, presented by the National Youth Assembly of the Great Generation Initiative (NYAGGI), commends Ambassador Benedicta’s tireless efforts through her ventures — Tastebudz Eastern & Riverine Food Company Ltd and Tastebudz Culinary Academy Lagos — where she has championed culinary education as a pathway to self-reliance for young Nigerians.
Comrade Alabi Akeem Abiodun, National Coordinator of NYAGGI, described the honouree as a „pillar of transformation,“ highlighting her role in equipping countless youths with practical skills and confidence to lead independent lives.
“Her impact is not only economic,” he noted during the award ceremony, “but deeply social — laying the groundwork for a resilient and progressive society.”
In her acceptance speech, Ambassador Benedicta expressed heartfelt gratitude, attributing her accomplishments to divine guidance and the collective support of her team and partners.
“This recognition is a reminder of our shared responsibility to invest in the next generation,” she said.
She encouraged young people to focus on acquiring practical skills, remaining law-abiding, and becoming valuable contributors to their communities. “Empowerment starts with knowledge and purpose,” she added.
The NYAGGI Golden Role Model Award underscores Ambassador Benedicta’s growing legacy as an agent of change and inspiration in Nigeria’s youth development landscape — a figure whose work continues to resonate nationwide.
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