The Eloquence Club ,Nigeria’s premier public speaking community, is set to host its Learning Event on Saturday, February 8, 2025 at the School of Eloquence Headquarters, Ikoyi, Lagos.
The event combines skill-building activities with valuable networking opportunities, ensuring that attendees not only improve their public speaking but also expand their personal and professional circles. Highlights of the event include “Get on Stage” Impromptu Speaking Exercises, Debate Faceoff, Dean’s Discourse, Interactive Feedback and Goal Setting and Networking Opportunities.
Founded in 2017, the Eloquence Club remains a space where Communication, Continuity, and Community thrive, offering members an environment to grow both as speakers and as leaders.
The Club launched its 2025 calendar with a powerful and inspiring learning event which attracted a well-attended audience of club members, School of Eloquence (SOE) alumni, and invited guests, reinforced the club’s foundational pillars of Communication, Continuity, and Community.
The forum provided a supportive platform for members to strengthen their public speaking skills, with a key highlight being the Impromptu Speaking Segment. Participants confidently took the stage to deliver short, unprepared speeches, showcasing their speaking prowess while receiving constructive feedback and analysis.
The atmosphere was electric with camaraderie and encouragement as applause filled the room for excellent performances. Areas for improvement were also identified by peers and the Dean, ensuring that every participant left the session with actionable steps for growth.
The event also featured an impactful discourse session by Mr. Ubong Essien, CSP, the Dean of the School of Eloquence and the only Certified Speaking Professional in West Africa. His keynote focused on the power of mentoring in public speaking, emphasizing its role in fostering growth and confidence.
Mr. Essien also outlined an ambitious roadmap for the Eloquence Club’s 2025 activities, igniting excitement among members as they set goals for their speaking improvement for the year.
Several members and alumni shared testimonials of how the club’s monthly gatherings have significantly impacted their communication skills and personal growth. The testimonies were a powerful reminder of the club’s enduring relevance and its ability to transform lives through the art of eloquence.
The Eloquence Club’s 2025 agenda promises an exciting lineup of activities, including monthly meetings, guest speaker sessions, and focused training events designed to elevate members’ communication capabilities. The club continues to invite new members who are eager to master the art of public speaking and be part of a supportive community.
