GEN Nigeria, an organization devoted to nurturing entrepreneurship and nurturing the next generation of forward-thinking leaders in Nigeria, has announced its commitment to empower 150 Nigerian entrepreneurs at the 2024 Global Entrepreneurship Congress Africa.
The congress will take place in Cape Town, South Africa.
This significant revelation was unveiled during a recent GEC+Africa Lead Up event organized by GEN Nigeria, themed ‘Connecting Africa: Advancements in the Nigerian entrepreneurship ecosystem,’ which was held in Lagos.
The distinguished Keynote Speaker of the event was Mr. Olukayode Pitan, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Bank of Industry. He was represented by Mr. Obaru Osah.
The event garnered attendance from officials of Providus Bank and the Bank of Industry, along with prominent figures from GEC+Africa and a selection of Nigerian entrepreneurs.
In addition to the 150 Nigerian delegates anticipated to participate in the March 2024 event, 15 entrepreneurs representing various African countries’ delegations will vie for a seed fund totaling $100,000.
Dr. Olawale Anifowose, the Managing Director of GEN Nigeria, emphasized the significance of the GEC+Africa Lead Up Event, describing it as a dynamic platform that showcases the most exemplary aspects of thriving entrepreneurial ecosystems across the continent.
Its purpose is to foster collaboration, knowledge exchange, and networking opportunities, propelling African entrepreneurs to unprecedented levels of accomplishment.
Anifowose asserted that as a strategic partner for GEC+Africa 2024, GEN Nigeria is actively contributing to facilitating global prospects for 150 Nigerian entrepreneurs.
This event in Nigeria marks the commencement of a remarkable journey aimed at empowering and enriching the entrepreneurial landscape within the nation.
Mrs. Carmen Rossouw, the Project Lead of GEC+Africa, also shared her perspective, emphasizing the necessity for Africa to establish platforms that cultivate a more robust and improved entrepreneurial ecosystem.
These platforms would enable African entrepreneurs to exchange ideas, address common challenges, and establish avenues for networking.
