Hamzat Lawal steps down as 13-year-old takes over CODE's leadership

Hamzat Lawal steps down as 13-year-old takes over CODE's leadership

In a remarkable gesture to mark this year’s Children’s Day, Connected Development (CODE) appointed 13-year-old Esther Chinemerem Ezeifeka as its Chief Executive Officer for one day, symbolising the organisation’s commitment to youth empowerment and inclusive leadership. Hamzat Lawal, founder and outgoing CEO of CODE, stepped aside for the day to hand the reins to Ezeifeka in a symbolic leadership transfer aimed at inspiring young people within C…