Omotayo Salako rounds off landmark year of impact ahead of 100 persons of the year 2025

The year 2025 has been nothing short of transformative for Ambassador Omotayo Salako, founder and convener (40UNDER40 NIGERIA, TIME CONFERENCE & 100 PERSONS OF THE YEAR) of Nigeria’s most influential youth and enterprise platforms.

Through his flagship initiatives, Salako has not only celebrated excellence but also created powerful avenues to mentor, inspire, and empower the next generation of leaders.

In April, the year kicked off with the TIME CONFERENCE , a prestigious Mentorship and Empowerment event spotlighting young achievers who are redefining possibilities across diverse sectors. The event reinforced its position as one of Nigeria’s premier stages for entrepreneurial excellence, cross-sector collaboration, and business networking.

This momentum continued in August with the 40 Under 40 Nigeria 2025 Gala Night where conversations on innovation, growth, and youth leadership took center stage. This year’s edition carried a distinctive cultural flair, as honorees and participants graced the event in African regalia, creating a vibrant atmosphere that fused heritage with enterprise. The Pre-Event Soiree added a layer of elegance, providing honorees and guests with an intimate networking space before the main gathering.

Beyond the grand events, Ambassador Salako and his team have consistently invested in youth empowerment programs mentoring hundreds of young entrepreneurs and impacting thousands more with knowledge, tools, and opportunities to scale their ideas into sustainable enterprises.

Now, all eyes are set on December, when the year will close with one of Nigeria’s most anticipated celebrations: The 100 Persons of the Year 2025. This flagship event will recognize and honor 100 exceptional individuals of Nigerian heritage, both at home and abroad, whose excellence and influence have shaped industries, communities, and national discourse.

Speaking about the journey so far, Ambassador Salako noted that “2025 has been about raising the bar. Each event has carried its own uniqueness, but the essence remains the same to celebrate, to connect, and to empower. The 100 Persons of the Year will be the crown jewel of it all.”

As preparations intensify, the convener has opened the floor for nominations, partnerships, and sponsorships, inviting stakeholders across sectors to join in amplifying the stories and achievements of Nigeria’s finest.

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