YMCA Connects Radio Show

02/12/2025

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This moment calls for sustained leadership, solidarity and human-rights-centred action to protect access to essential services and safeguard the wellbeing of all.

02/12/2025

02/12/2025

22/11/2025

YMCA Connects — Episode Recap

Topic: Teenagers and Parenting
Guests: Pastor Jummai Yakubu Kezi & Jemimah Dajilak
Wellness Segment: Coach Solomon Goje – “Walking to Beat Your Heart”
Date: 22 November, 2025

In today’s episode of YMCA Connects, our guests Pastor Jummai Yakubu Kezi and Jemimah Dajilak led an insightful discussion on Teenagers and Parenting. The conversation explored the growing pressures faced by today’s teens — from social media influences to peer pressure and environmental exposure.

Both speakers emphasized that parenting in today’s world must be intentional. Parents need to understand the realities their children face, stay involved, and keep learning so they can guide, supervise, and support their teens effectively. Awareness, communication, and consistent engagement were highlighted as essential tools for raising confident and grounded young people.

During the fitness segment, Coach Solomon Goje encouraged listeners to embrace “walking to beat your heart” — a simple, accessible exercise for maintaining physical and mental well-being.



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22/11/2025

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‎Get ready for FC 26 Games Hangout!
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‎YMCA Kaduna in partnership with Halox Enterprise presents a unique space where youths unite through gaming and networking!
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‎Interactive games and competitions
‎Insights on the Future of Jobs
‎Entrepreneurship tips and inspiration
‎Innovation and creativity unleashed!
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‎Connect, learn, and have fun with fellow youths!
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22/11/2025

YMCA Connects — Episode Recap

Topic: Self-Empowerment in Youths
Guest: Engr. Adamu Puna
Aired: 15th November 2025

The YMCA Connects programme on Radio Maria 90.1FM Kaduna aired an inspiring episode on 15th November 2025, focusing on the theme: Self-Empowerment in Youths. The guest, Engr. Adamu Puna, shared deeply practical and motivating insights on how young people can build confidence, unlock their abilities, and take charge of their personal development.

Engr. Puna stressed that self-empowerment starts with self-awareness — knowing one’s strengths, values, and life direction. He highlighted the importance of:

Setting clear and realistic personal goals

Cultivating discipline and consistency

Building essential life skills such as communication and leadership

Embracing continuous learning and self-improvement

The episode also explored how mindset shapes success, encouraging youths to replace fear and self-doubt with resilience and a growth mentality. Engr. Puna emphasized community involvement, mentorship, and choosing positive networks as powerful tools for empowerment.

The show featured an interactive phone-in session, where listeners shared their experiences and asked practical questions on staying motivated, and finding opportunities for growth.

The programme ended with a strong message: every young person holds unique potential — but empowerment begins when they choose to believe in themselves and act boldly toward their goals.



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10/11/2025

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10/11/2025

EPISODE 5 RECAP
Topic: Breaking the Cycle of Students’ Failure by Strengthening Foundational Learning and Study Habits for Academic Excellence

This week’s episode of YMCA Connects focused on tackling one of the root causes of poor academic performance — weak foundational learning and ineffective study habits. Our guests, Mr. Bitrus Paul Dangana and Prof. Istifanus Bosan, shared powerful insights on how early educational support, mentorship, and discipline can transform learning outcomes and help students achieve excellence.

It was an engaging phone-in session, with lively contributions from listeners in Narayi and Hayin Banki, who shared their personal experiences and perspectives on improving education in their communities.

As always, Coach Solomon Goje brought in the health segment, speaking on “Walking on Eyeballs” — encouraging listeners to take regular walks to improve eye health and overall well-being.

The programme underscored YMCA’s commitment to inspiring youth and strengthening communities through education and holistic growth.

📻 YMCA Connects – Inspiring Youth, Building Communities
Every Saturday, 6:00 PM on Radio Maria 90.1FM Kaduna

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02/11/2025

YMCA CONNECTS – Episode 4 Recap
Aired: 1st November
Theme: “Click for Change: Using Social Media to Empower Today’s Youth”

This episode of YMCA Connects explored how young people can transform their online presence into a tool for empowerment and positive social impact.

Guest speaker Cliff Stanley shared practical insights on how youth can use digital platforms to advocate for change, showcase creativity, and build leadership skills. He encouraged young listeners to be intentional online — to post with purpose and use social media to amplify voices and ideas that make a difference.

Coach Solomon Goje of Skigo Fitnezz Consults, in his fitness segment, spoke on “Walking in Mental Health.” He reminded listeners that staying physically active — even through simple daily walks — can boost mental health and emotional balance, especially in today’s fast-paced digital world.

The episode inspired listeners to view every click, post, and share as a chance to create impact — proving that social media, when used wisely, can connect, empower, and transform communities.

Tune in every Saturday at 6 PM on Radio Maria 90.1 FM Kaduna for more inspiring conversations on YMCA Connects — a platform to inform, educate, and inspire young people and communities.

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01/11/2025

Join us today on Radio Maria 90.1FM by 6pm with our guest Cliff Stanley.

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