It Takes a Village to Raise a Child: Parenting, Education & the Next Generation with Mrs Bolaji Osime

This one In the final episode of this season of The Mentoring Studio, we sit down with Mrs. Bolaji Osime, lawyer, educator, entrepreneur, policy consultant, and founder of Global International Secondary & College, for a conversation about what it really takes to raise a generation. Mrs Osime makes the case that parenting isn't a solo project, it's the work of the whole village: parents, teachers, elders, and community all playing a part. She talks about why education has to be about more than exams, and how it can shape character and values that last a lifetime.In this episode, we cover:● Why raising children well takes intentional effort from an entire community, not just parents● How teachers hold real power to shape who young people become● Nigeria's education gap and why equipping students with practical skills matters as much as certificates● How the right skills can create jobs, keep young people engaged, and reduce social ills● Why Nigeria's youth are versatile and just need the right empowerment to forge their own paths● The wisdom of elders, and what different generations can teach each otherThe Mentoring Studio is a podcast spotlighting the people shaping industries across Africa, one conversation at a time. Subscribe for new episodes every week and follow us on all social media platforms @thementoringstudio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.