Raisingthe nextgeneration

We help teenagers and young adults meet Christ, discover what they carry, and lead the rebuilding of their own generation — one life, one neighbourhood, one nation at a time.

Young people worshipping together at a Rebuild Next Generation gathering
“Every generation inherits a world it did not build. The question is what it does with what it’s been given.”

Across Nigeria and beyond, a generation is coming of age faster than anyone is discipling it. Rebuild Next Generation exists to close that gap — not with another once-a-year event, but with a movement that builds faith, character, purpose, leadership and impact into young people, deliberately, over years, not weekends.

We are an international, interdenominational Christian fellowship. We work with any church, any background, one goal: a generation that doesn’t just inherit the world, but rebuilds it.

A young participant at a Rebuild Next Generation conference

What we build

Faith

Knowing Christ personally — not inherited belief, but a daily, living relationship that holds up outside the conference hall.

Character

Integrity, discipline and the kind of consistency that outlasts a spiritual high. Who you are when no one's watching.

Purpose

Helping every young person name their calling instead of guessing at it for another ten years.

Leadership

Practice leading now — in church, school and community — not just theory saved for later.

Impact

Turning what's learned into something a neighbourhood can actually feel.

Seven ways we work with young people

Discipleship & Mentorship

Small-group Bible engagement and one-on-one pairing with mature believers for the long haul.

Leadership Workshops

Hands-on training in responsibility and influence — young people leading real things, with real stakes.

Skill Acquisition

Practical, marketable skills alongside spiritual growth — equipping young people for real life.

Bible Quiz

Friendly, rigorous competition that turns Scripture engagement into something young people look forward to.

Sports

Team, discipline and character built on the field, not just in the classroom.

Drama & Worship

Creative arts as a serious ministry track — performance, music and worship developed with excellence.

Face of Gen-C

Our signature talent platform, spotlighting young people's gifts in front of the whole community.

Join a programme

Tell us which track fits and we'll connect you with the team.

Our flagship gathering

The Next Generation Conference

Now in its ninth year, our annual conference brings teenagers, young adults, leaders and mentors together for days of teaching, worship, workshops and honest conversation about what it means to build a generation — not just entertain one.

Date
22–24 July 2027
Venue
West Africa Theological Seminary, Ipaja
Theme
Gen-C Tribe
Who's it for
Teens & young adults
Register via WhatsApp
A packed hall of teenagers and young adults at a Rebuild Next Generation conference
A participant at the GEN-C Culture conference, formerly under the Africa Next Generation name
From our GEN-C Culture conference — back when we were known as Africa Next Generation.

From Africa Next Generation to Rebuild Next Generation

Founded in 2017 by Rev. Gary Samuelson, JP — who leads the organization today as Director — we started as Africa Next Generation, built around the same conviction we hold now: that a generation discipled deliberately can reshape a continent. As the vision grew beyond a single conference into a year-round movement of discipleship, leadership and mentorship, we registered under a new name — Rebuild Next Generation Christian Fellowship — to carry it forward.

Same mission. Same people. A name that finally matches the scope of the work.

Meet our leadership

Rev. Gary Samuelson, JP

Rev. Gary Samuelson, JP

Founder & Director, Rebuild Next Generation

Rev. Gary Samuelson is an ordained priest in the Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), a chaplain, lecturer, evangelist and revivalist. He holds a B.Sc. in Microbiology from Abia State University and an M.Div. from West Africa Theological Seminary, and is currently pursuing doctoral studies at Wesley Biblical Seminary. He is passionate about youth discipleship, evangelism, leadership development and revival.

Board of Trustees
Rev. Gary Samuelson, JP
Rev. Gary Samuelson, JP

Founder & President

Pastor Evelyn Friday Udofia
Evelyn Friday Udofia

Secretary

Mrs Patricia Uche Samuelson
Patricia Uche Samuelson

Member

Pastor Maryjoan Emmanuel
Maryjoan Emmanuel

Training Director

Pastor Friday Adehi
Friday Adehi

Publicity Secretary

Evang. Dr Toyin Adeniyi
Dr Toyin Adeniyi

Member; Academic Dean, WATS

Conference Planning Committee
Pastor Ify Geraldine Harington, Esq
Ify G. Harington, Esq

Conference Secretary, 2026

Pastor Ajala Gbenga
Ajala Gbenga

Prayer Coordinator

Deaconess Miriam Inyang
Miriam Inyang

Conference Chairperson, 2025

Sis. Vivian Ibrahim
Vivian Ibrahim

Registration Officer

Pastor Nufi Sabo Promise
Nufi Sabo Promise

Conference Chairman, 2026

Rev. Abiodun Onifade
Abiodun Onifade

Camp Commandant, 2024–2026

Watch the movement

A few moments from our conferences and programmes — tap any card to watch on YouTube or Facebook.

The generation we're building

Gambo Bitrus
“Attending Gen C-Culture changed my understanding of what it means to follow Christ. I learned that Christianity is not only about attending church but living for Jesus every day. The programme challenged me to grow spiritually, love others, and become intentional about sharing Christ with people around me.”
Gambo Bitrus, 30Attending since 2019
Sister Taiwo
“Gen C-Culture gave me a fresh passion for Christ and helped me see my generation differently. I was encouraged to live beyond myself and become a positive influence. The experience strengthened my faith, changed my priorities, and inspired me to share the message of Christ with friends and others.”
Sister Taiwo, 18Attending since 2021
Rebuild Next Generation participant
“…”
Third testimony — pending
We've matched this photo to her spot — still waiting on her actual words (the text sent so far matched Sister Taiwo's)

The impact so far

9+
Years running
7,000+
Teens & youths reached
100+
Partner churches
50+
Active mentors

You can help build the next generation

The future is being built today.

Whether you're sixteen or sixty, there's a place for you in this. Start here.

Join the movement
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