Tag Archives: BMAN

The Algorithm is Raising Your Son: The Rise of the Digital Father

Editor’s Note As traditional mentorship faces a global crisis, a new authority has filled the silence: the Digital Father. In this urgent commentary, Ola Akinwe explores the Relational Poverty driving millions of boys to seek identity through algorithms rather than human connection. It is a vital call to action for anyone committed to reclaiming the

Boys Mentoring Advocacy Network (BMAN) Secures Official Operational License from Lagos State Government

LAGOS, NIGERIA – January 27, 2026 – The Boys Mentoring Advocacy Network (BMAN), a leading non-governmental organization dedicated to guiding the boy child on the path to responsible manhood, is proud to announce that it has received Final Approval for its Operational License from the Lagos State Ministry of Youth and Social Development. This significant

The Boy Behind the Behavior: Understanding Difficult Boys Before We Lose Them

A boy who seems “difficult” at home or in the classroom may not be a problem at all—he may simply be a personality that has not yet been understood. As a mentor for boys and the founder of the Boys Mentoring Advocacy Network (BMAN), I hear the same questions from parents, educators, and caregivers again

Embracing Healthy Masculinity: A New Vision for Boys and Young Men

Redefining Masculinity in Today’s World  The conversation around masculinity is evolving. Gone are the days when boys were taught to “man up” or hide their emotions. At the Boys Mentoring Advocacy Network (BMAN), we believe it’s time to champion a new narrative—one where strength is measured by character, empathy, and integrity. Backed by research, we

Lagos State Grants Provisional Approval to Boys Mentoring Advocacy Network (BMAN) as Registered NGO

Lagos, Nigeria – February 5, 2025 – The Boys Mentoring Advocacy Network (BMAN) has received provisional approval from the Lagos State Government to operate as a registered Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), marking a significant milestone in its mission to empower young boys and foster youth development across the state. The provisional approval was formally issued by