At the recently concluded Enugu Startup Ecosystem Stakeholder Meeting, key stakeholders explored how localizing the Startup Act can drive regulatory efficiency, boost innovation, and provide enhanced funding access for startups and entrepreneurs across the state.

Speaking at the event, Arinze Chilo-Offiah, special adviser on MSMEs and Digital Economy; DG, Enugu SME Agency, shared:

“Enugu is creating a dynamic ecosystem where startups can scale globally under the visionary leadership of H.E. Dr. Peter Mbah.”

Entrepreneur and ecosystem leader Ugochukwu Aronu, founder of XendFinance and Wicrypt, added:

“Enugu must leverage its human capital to thrive within its unique nuances.”

This initiative is set to position Ndi Enugu as a leader in Nigeria’s innovation landscape, enabling entrepreneurs to grow and scale their businesses within a thriving ecosystem.

A huge thank you to all partners and stakeholders who made this event a success. Your contributions are shaping a bold and innovative future for Enugu State.

Expected at the conference scheduled from June 4th – 8th, 2024, with Dr. Peter Mbah, the Executive Governor of Enugu State as the Chief Host, are stakeholders in the education sector from the 35 States and the FCT [in Nigeria], as well as foreign nationals.

The weeklong – International Model United Nations by NgEducators – loaded with activities, and hosted by the Enugu State Government, is a recreation of the United Nations proceedings, with students acting as representatives of different countries in the United Nations General Assembly.

This year’s theme is – ‘Development of Education in Developing Countries’.

Nigerian students from all states of the federation will generate Resolutions on the future of education in Nigeria during the NgEducators IMUN conference scheduled as follows:

• June 3 – Welcome Reception for delegates, at Old Government Lodge, Enugu.
• June 4 – Inaugural Ceremony at Okpara Square
• June 4 – Commissioning of the Enugu Smart Green Schools at Owo
• June 5 – Model UN Plenary Sessions at Old Govt. Lodge
• June 5 – Meeting of all Nigerian States Commissioners of Education, at Old Govt. Lodge
• June 6 – Model UN Plenary, at Old Govt. Lodge
• June 7 – Awards and Commendations at Old Govt. Lodge
• June 8 – Valedictory session and interaction with the Press, at Old Govt. Lodge.

All in Enugu!

Expected Speakers:

H.E. Kasim Shettima (GCON), Vice President, Federal Republic of Nigeria; H.E. Dr. Peter Mbah, Executive Governor of Enugu State; Prof. Tahir Mamman, Hon. Minister, Federal Ministry of Education – Nigeria; Dr. Hamid Bobboyi, Executive Secretary, UBEC; Ambassador (Dr.) Tivlumun Innocent Ahure, Global Director General of IHRC RFT and President of NgIMUN; Prof. Ndubueze Mbah, Enugu State Commissioner of Education, amongst others.

Speaking ahead of the conference, Prof. Ndubueze Mbah, the Enugu State Commissioner of Education,  said that the conference by #NgEducatorsIMUN – is in line with Dr. Peter Mbah’s vision and ambitious stride towards revolutionizing education in the State.

Recall that the Enugu State Government had announced a comprehensive initiative to construct 260 ‘Smart Green Schools’ across the state’s 260 wards.

This bold undertaking aims to revolutionize education by incorporating cutting-edge technologies into the learning environment, and using an innovative Experiential Learning pedagogy, to ensure the creation of a modernized, skilled, and future-ready workforce.

The concept of smart schools involves outfitting classrooms with digital tools such as Internet, computers, and interactive whiteboards to augment the educational experience for students and ensure that students have access to multimedia learning resources.

It also means giving students access to emerging knowledge economies through 3-D Printing, Augmented Reality, Robotics, and Artificial Intelligence, to enable them develop competencies for future industry and innovation, as well as prepare them to solve present problems and anticipate future solutions.

In line with the vision of the Enugu Smart Green Schools, the International Model United Nations Conference holding in Enugu is likewise designed as a key initiative of ‘Our Common Agenda’ launched by UN Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, in September 2021.

Bringing together global, national and local education stakeholders and actors, the Conference offers an opportunity for inclusive, networked and effective global dialogue on the types of coordinated actions needed to reverse the slide on progress towards SDG 4, especially in developing countries of the world.

Participation & Registration

For more information about the NgEducators IMUN event, visit the Enugu State Ministry of Education or call 07081026341 or visit the event website, to get registered, get diplomatic credentials.

Courtesy:

• Enugu State Ministry of Education
• NgEducators IMUN
• IHRC RFT