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The Universal School of Aviation has provided scholarships worth approximately N2 million for participants at the 14th YTHLF.
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Beneficiaries will be selected through a raffle draw at the forum scheduled for October 29 in Ibadan.
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The initiative builds on YTHLF’s efforts to support young people pursuing careers in aviation, tourism and hospitality.
October 13, (THEWILL) – The 14th Youth Tourism and Hospitality Leaders Forum (YTHLF) has secured aviation scholarships worth approximately ₦2 million for young participants seeking professional training in the aviation industry.
The scholarships, provided by the Universal School of Aviation (USA), will be awarded through a raffle draw during the forum scheduled for Thursday, October 29, 2026, in Ibadan, Oyo State.
The Convener of YTHLF, Omololu Olumuyiwa, said the initiative would help young people overcome financial barriers to aviation training and create opportunities for professional development and employment.
He noted that some previous beneficiaries of the forum’s scholarship initiatives had completed their training and secured jobs in the aviation industry.
“We have seen some of our scholarship beneficiaries go through training, acquire professional qualifications and eventually secure employment in the aviation industry. That is the kind of impact we want to continue making”, Olumuyiwa said.
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He described the latest scholarship offer as part of the forum’s commitment to connecting young people with opportunities in aviation, tourism and hospitality.
According to him, many young Nigerians aspire to pursue aviation careers but are unable to afford the professional training required to enter the industry.
“This is not just about attending an event; it is about creating real opportunities for our young people. Many youths are passionate about aviation and have the ambition to acquire professional training, but financial constraints often stand in their way. These scholarships will give some of them the opportunity to take that important first step”, he stated.
The scholarship initiative adds to the activities of the 14th YTHLF, which is expected to bring together students, young leaders, industry professionals, government representatives and other stakeholders to explore opportunities in tourism and hospitality.
Since its establishment, the forum has focused on youth empowerment, career development and promoting tourism, aviation and hospitality as viable pathways to employment and economic growth.
The aviation scholarships are expected to be one of the highlights of this year’s edition, offering selected participants an opportunity to pursue professional training and potentially begin careers in the sector.
Janefrances Ebere Chibuzor is a Tourism Writer at THEWILL
