By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto

SOKOTO — The Audible Voice Initiative has launched a transformative campaign on campus with its Elevate Project — a Leadership Communication Tour designed to equip student leaders with the skills to drive positive social and behavioral change within their institutions.

Supported by UNICEF, the initiative brought together students, university administrators, and leadership experts in a dynamic forum aimed at fostering responsibility, accountability, and visionary leadership among young people.

The event, attended by the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Mohammed Bello Yarima, highlighted the role of effective communication in shaping behavior and influencing social norms in academic environments.

During the program, Prof. Yarima unveiled the University Anthem, describing it as a symbol of unity and shared purpose for the institution. He commended the Audible Voice Initiative for promoting leadership development aligned with the university’s goals for character building and responsible citizenship.

Miss Georgia Ijachi, communication strategist and award-winning public speaker, led the project through Audible Voice International. She emphasized that leadership goes beyond holding titles, stressing that it requires courage, clarity of vision, and the ability to inspire change through communication.

“The Elevate Project equips student leaders with practical tools to address social challenges, promote inclusiveness, and encourage responsible conduct among their peers,” Miss Ijachi said.

Mr. Abubakar Atiku, a 2020 alumnus of the U.S. Department of State International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP), delivered a presentation on “Leadership as a Tool for Social Change.” He urged students to view leadership as a platform for impact rather than privilege, emphasizing the importance of civic responsibility, mentorship, and integrity in driving meaningful change.

In a session titled “Leadership and Accountability: Walking the Talk,” Ambassador Prince Nicholas of the Safer Place Initiative highlighted the importance of transparency, consistency, and ethical conduct in leadership. He emphasized that credibility is earned through consistent behavior and measurable results, and warned that leadership without accountability weakens institutions and erodes trust.

The Elevate Project concluded with participants expressing renewed enthusiasm, as the Audible Voice Initiative reaffirmed its commitment to nurturing a generation of student leaders capable of transforming campuses and communities through purposeful leadership and responsible communication.