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The Enugu SME Agency, in collaboration with 234Finance and Voice of the East, proudly presented an SME Bootcamp Closing Event to celebrate the innovative spirit of local entrepreneurs in the State. The event, which took place recently, was a culmination of the SME Bootcamp programs aimed at empowering small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Enugu State. It showcased the best of the State's entrepreneurial community, featuring a keynote speech, panel discussion, and pitching competition. The keynote speech delivered at the event, highlighted the power of collaboration amongst businesses, to build stronger brands and drive for collective success, setting the tone for the rest of the occasion, which was filled with inspiring moments and thought-provoking conversations for sustainable growth and innovations in the South East. Participants at the event, presented their innovative ideas via passion and determination. However, after a f...

The Enugu State Government has reiterated its dedication to developing grassroots sports in the state, recognizing its potential for economic empowerment and social growth. In line with this commitment, the government has announced a partnership with China Communications Construction Company (CCCC) to host the 2024 Under-15 youth tournament, featuring athletes from all 17 local government councils. At a press conference held on August 19, 2024, ahead of the tournament scheduled for August 20-25, 2024, Commissioner for Youths and Sports Lloyd Ekweremadu emphasized that sports development is a key priority for Governor Peter Mbah's administration. He highlighted the recent signing of the Enugu State Sports Development Fund into law, which enables private sector participation in sports development. The tournament will comprise 18 sports, including football, volleyball, basketball, boxing, athletics, cycling, and wrestling, among others. The local government with the most m...

... Stakeholders hail EERC on transparency, proactiveness In line with its vision to grow the state’s economy from $4.4bn to $30bn and meet the state’s power needs, the Enugu State Government says it is working to ramp up the state’s electricity capacity from the 70MW currently supplied by the national grid to 700MW through private sector investment. The government said it was, however, eager to get the inputs of industry stakeholders into the state’s draft electricity regulatory framework to make the state’s electricity market viable. This was even as developers, operators, investors, financiers, consumers, among other stakeholders commended what they described as the transparency and proactiveness of the state in its effort to build an electricity market where everyone’s interest is protected. The state government and industry players spoke at a stakeholders engagement and consultation organised by the Enugu State Electricity Regulatory Commission,...

The Omeiheikwu Youth Alliance (OYA) has extended heartfelt congratulations to the newly elected PDP Local Government Chairmanship candidates in Enugu State, particularly in Awgu, Aninri, and Oji-River Local Government Areas. The Candidates, Hon. Uchenna Joseph Okolo, Hon. Prince Ugochukwu Nwanjoku, and Hon. Greg Anyaegbudike, were praised for their unwavering dedication and service to their communities. OYA acknowledged their commitment to the well-being of their constituents and wished them success in their new roles. Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah was commended for his exemplary leadership and supportive guidance during the nomination process. OYA expressed admiration for his peaceful conduct, which ensured a smooth nomination process. OYA expressed confidence in the nominees’ ability to bring about positive changes and foster development in their respective regions. The group pledged its unwavering support in building a brighter future for the communities and acknowledged ...

The Enugu State Government has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative aimed at empowering youths in agriculture, harnessing their vast potentials to boost productivity in the state. This innovative approach recognizes the critical role of youths in driving agricultural development and seeks to equip them with the necessary skills, resources, and support to become active players in the sector. The Enugu State Young Farmers Association (ENSYFA) and the National Youth Assembly of Nigeria (NYAN) have initiated a partnership with the State Government, Civil Societies, and Youth groups to pioneer a new era of youth-driven development in the agricultural sector. This collaborative effort aims to leverage the strengths of each partner to create a robust and sustainable agricultural ecosystem. According to the State government, agriculture has been identified as a strategic sector for youth engagement, due to its potential for economic empowerment, job creation, and sustainable develo...