NBTI Partners with Seyi Tinubu to Empower Young Innovators
By Abdulhamid Sani
In a groundbreaking move, the National Board for Technology Incubation (NBTI) has joined forces with Campus Technovation, an initiative under the Seyi Tinubu Employability Programme, to empower young Nigerian innovators and entrepreneurs. This strategic partnership aims to provide students with the necessary resources, mentorship, and incubation support to transform their ideas into viable products and services.
Empowering Youth through Technology and Innovation
The partnership focuses on capacity building, including joint workshops, empowerment programs, and training sessions. These initiatives will equip students with essential entrepreneurial skills and knowledge to succeed in their chosen careers. Hon. Yinka Dallas, Chairman of the Seyi Tinubu Youth Empowerment and Students Engagement Committee, emphasized the importance of connecting students with experienced mentors, providing networking opportunities, and offering access to incubation spaces and accelerator programs.
Dr. Kazeem Kolawole Raji, Director General/CEO of NBTI, reaffirmed the agency’s dedication to empowering Nigerian youth through technology incubation and innovation. NBTI has consistently supported youth-led enterprises, with many of its incubatees achieving national and international recognition. The agency’s recent collaboration with the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) to revive the Junior Engineers, Technicians, and Scientists (JETS) program in secondary schools is a testament to its commitment to nurturing young talents.
In line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, NBTI plans to establish Technology Hubs and Parks across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones. This initiative aims to maximize regional resources, create employment opportunities, and boost economic development. Dr. Raji commended Barr. Seyi Tinubu for championing this initiative, recognizing his commitment to youth empowerment and industrialization.
This partnership represents a significant step towards fostering innovation, economic growth, and youth-driven industrial development in Nigeria. By providing young innovators and entrepreneurs with the necessary support and resources, NBTI and Campus Technovation are empowering the next generation of leaders to drive positive change and economic development in the country.
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