Youth Empowerment & Skills Acquisition
Practical skills training and opportunity pipelines that prepare young people across Nigeria for meaningful work and enterprise.
A Nationwide Movement — Nigeria
Together We Stand & Make the Change
Gladiators Development Initiatives (GDI) is a grassroots movement spanning all over Nigeria — uniting communities in every state, empowering youths and women, and building the responsible leadership Nigeria deserves.
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Leadership Offices
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Core Programmes
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Guiding Core Values
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United Mission
APC GladiatorsAdamawa State · Political Movement
There was a strong political movement that happened in Adamawa State under Gladiators Development Initiative — known as Binani Gladiators, a.k.a. Gladiators for Binani, LED only by the Founder, Hon. Himaga Yayirus JP.
This movement was carried out under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), in support of their political candidate Aishatu Dahiru Binani. But when the family candidate later moved to another political party, the Gladiators stood firm — they remained in the APC, known everywhere today as the APC Gladiators.
Founder
Hon. Himaga Yayirus JP
Founded
September 19, 2014
Loyal to the party. Loyal to the people. Loyal to the cause.
Our Party Leaders
APC Leaders We Stand With
The Gladiators proudly stand under the All Progressives Congress banner, united with these distinguished leaders.
His Excellency Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu
President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria
Mal. Nuhu Ribadu
National Security Adviser to the President
Nentawe Yilwatda Goshwe
APC National Party Chairman
His Excellency Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri
Governor of Adamawa State
Comr. Mustapha Salihu
Former North East APC Chairman — Sa'in Adamawa
Mustapha Atiku Ribadu
The Engine Room and Pioneer of The Gladiators in Adamawa State
Barr. Idris Shaibu
North East APC Chairman — A Strong Pillar of The APC Gladiators
Alh. Hamza Madagali
The Father to The Gladiators — APC Party Chairman, Adamawa State
Former MemberSen. Aishatu Dahiru Binani
Former APC Governatorial Candidate — Adamawa State (The Candidate the Gladiators Were Founded to Support)
APC Gladiators · 2027
Tijjani Galadima
APC Gladiators Governatorial Candidate — Adamawa State 2027
The APC Gladiators stand firmly behind their governatorial candidate for the 2027 Adamawa State elections — a movement united behind one vision, one candidate, one purpose.
Our Vision
To build a united, empowered and responsible network of individuals and communities contributing to sustainable development and positive social transformation — in every state, all across Nigeria.
Our Mission
To mobilize, educate and empower individuals and communities through leadership development, capacity building, civic participation and community-focused programmes.
What We Do
Programmes Transforming Communities Across Nigeria
In every state, every LGA and every ward, our programmes deliver real impact where it matters most — at the grassroots.
Women Empowerment Initiatives
Programmes that equip women with skills, resources and platforms to lead, earn and shape their communities.
Leadership Training
Developing responsible, effective and accountable leaders from the grassroots up — from ward level to state level.
Community Outreach & Development
Grassroots outreach projects and community development initiatives that deliver real, visible impact in local communities.
Educational Support
Supporting education and capacity development so that no willing learner is left behind.
Entrepreneurship & Economic Empowerment
Nurturing enterprise, promoting economic empowerment and opening doors to sustainable livelihoods.
Civic Awareness & Participation
Encouraging informed, peaceful and responsible civic and democratic participation.
Humanitarian & Volunteer Activities
Mobilising volunteers for humanitarian action wherever communities need a helping hand.
Our Foundation
Six Values That Guide Every Gladiator
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Unity
We stand together across communities, faiths and backgrounds.
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Service
We put community wellbeing at the heart of everything we do.
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Integrity
We act honestly, openly and ethically at all times.
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Development
We champion sustainable growth for people and communities.
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Accountability
We are transparent stewards of every resource entrusted to us.
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Leadership
We build responsible leaders at every level of society.
On the Ground
GDI in Action — Our Moments
Browse highlights from our events and activities. Visit the Gallery for the full collection in every category.
Interfaith Prayer for Progress
APC Gladiators gather in a spirit of unity for an interfaith prayer session, believing that progress is built on shared faith and purpose.
Early Days: With Female Aspirants (2018)
A snapshot from 2018 — as the Gladiators movement was growing gradually, Gladiators stand with female political aspirants, championing women in leadership.
Celebrating with Sen. Ahmed Barata's Family
Gladiators join in celebrating the wedding of Senator Ahmed Barata's son — a mark of the movement's community bonds and social presence.
Stakeholders Engagement & Awareness Programme
Gladiators bring key stakeholders together for engagement and awareness sessions — building the coalitions needed for real grassroots change.
Gladiators in Celebration
Moments of joy and solidarity — Gladiators show up to support and celebrate milestones in their communities, staying united in good times and challenging ones.
With Our Mentors
Gladiators with their mentors Comr. Mustapha Salihu (Sa'in Adamawa) and Comr. Mustapha Atiku Ribadu (Jagaban Funange) — the shoulders the movement proudly stands on.
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Receiving the President
A historic moment — Gladiators present as the President is received, a testament to the movement's reach and relevance at the highest levels.
Honouring a Fallen Coordinator
Gladiators come together to pay their last respects at the burial of one of their beloved Local Government Coordinators — a moment of grief, unity and deep loyalty.
Founder as Football Club Ambassador 🏆
The Founder, Hon. Himaga Yayirus JP, was privileged to serve as ambassador for a youth football club — and her team became champions! A celebration of youth, sport and community pride.
Hon. Himaga Yayirus
Our Founder
Led by Hon. Himaga Yayirus
Founder & Leader, Gladiators Development Initiatives
A visionary grassroots leader and champion of youth and women empowerment, Hon. Himaga Yayirus founded the Gladiators to unite communities, raise responsible leaders and put real opportunity into the hands of ordinary people all across Nigeria.
“Together We Stand & Make the Change”
Our Roadmap
A Clear Strategy for Lasting Change
Short Term
- Establish leadership structures
- Register and organise members
- Develop grassroots structures
- Establish communication channels
- Begin community engagement
Medium Term
- Expand membership
- Strengthen LGA and ward structures
- Implement youth and women programmes
- Establish partnerships
- Conduct regular capacity-building programmes
Long Term
- Build a strong and sustainable grassroots network
- Expand community-development programmes
- Establish strategic partnerships
- Develop measurable social and economic impact
One Movement, One Nigeria
Serving Every State of the Federation
The Gladiators movement spans all over Nigeria— our coordinators, ward leaders and volunteers carry the Gladiators' spirit into every state and local government area, mobilising communities, training leaders and empowering the next generation of change-makers. Our temporary national head office is at No. 34 & 35 Bekaji Road, Jimeta-Yola, Adamawa State, while the movement continues to grow nationwide.
GDI Temporary National Head Office
No. 34 & 35 Bekaji Road, Jimeta-Yola, Adamawa State, Nigeria
07066279638 · 08024895530
Ready to Stand With Us and Make the Change?
Whether you're a youth, a woman leader, a professional or a volunteer — there is a place for you in the Gladiators family.