Charles Abu

Charles Abu is a seasoned Fine Artist and leadership expert with a passion for youth empowerment, art, and personal development. A graduate of Fine Arts from the prestigious Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, Charles has honed his skills through various management courses from respected institutions such as the Africa Leadership Forum (ALF), Centre for Management Development (CMD), Daystar Leadership Academy (DLA), and the University of Lagos. His artistic works are featured in "101 Nigerian Artists" and are part of private and public collections in Nigeria, South Africa, Europe, and the United States.

Charles is the founder and manager of HANDS Media Company (Help, Aid, Nurture Development and Skills), a platform dedicated to empowering individuals through training and development. He is a passionate bridge builder and annually speaks to thousands of young people at conferences, seminars, and leadership events. As an accomplished author, his books, including "Don’t Be Afraid to Start" and "Breakthrough Thinking," inspire readers to embrace growth and innovation.

In addition to his professional endeavors, Charles and his wife Toyin pastor The Empowerment Assembly (TEA) in Ikeja, Lagos. Together, they lead Couples Hearts Ablaze Services (CHAS), a ministry that supports married couples through retreats and seminars and offers guidance to singles preparing for marriage.