Annual Lectures

The Annual Lecture is the Foundation’s flagship thought-leadership event. It was renamed in April 2024 to the Wilson & Yinka Badejo Memorial Lecture to honour and advance the legacy of Rev. Dr. Wilson & Rev. Mrs. Yinka Badejo, whose lifetime commitment to improving the lives of the less privileged continues to inspire us every day.

Held annually since 2008, the lecture convenes a diverse audience of leaders, professionals, academics, students, and change-makers to engage in meaningful dialogue around themes central to nation-building, ethical leadership, personal development, and societal advancement. Each edition features a distinguished keynote speaker who is renowned for insight, influence, and alignment with the Foundation’s values - delivering a compelling address designed to challenge perspectives, inspire action, and foster purposeful living.

Beyond its intellectual engagement, the Memorial Lecture serves as a platform for reinforcing the Foundation’s mission: to preserve legacy, promote excellence, and catalyze initiatives that positively shape individuals and communities. It also provides opportunities for networking, fundraising, and collaboration among attendees who share a commitment to impact-driven leadership.

Through this annual gathering, WYBF continues to sustain the memory of its founder and co-founder, not merely in tribute, but through active investment in ideas, people, and systems that reflect their vision for a better society.