The genesis of the Graduate Business Empowerment Program can be traced back to the forward-thinking initiatives of Senator Jibrin Isah (Echoho), whose unwavering dedication to fostering development and empowering the youth in Kogi East ignited its inception. Understanding the pressing need to create avenues for self-sufficiency and entrepreneurship, the Graduate Entrepreneurship Scheme was conceptualized to serve as a catalyst for cultivating a new generation of business leaders and innovators.
With a primary objective of lessening dependence on traditional white-collar and government employment, the program seeks to instill a spirit of enterprise and self-reliance among participants.
It operates within the dynamic landscape of Kogi East, a senatorial district renowned for its Nine local government areas and numerous population of graduates.
Senator Jibrin Isah’s (Echoho), vision transcends mere philanthropy; he envisions a transformative journey for his constituents, one where they are not merely recipients of aids and grant but active participants in their own businesses. By offering comprehensive support systems and resources, the program endeavors to equip business owners in Kogi East with the requisite skills and knowledge to thrive in the competitive business environment.
Through mentorship, training, and access to capital, participants are empowered to actualize their entrepreneurial ambitions and contribute meaningfully to the socioeconomic fabric of their communities.
Senator Jibrin Isah’s, approach reflects a profound commitment to sustainable development, as he firmly believes in the proverbial principle of teaching individuals to fish, rather than merely providing them with fish.
In essence, the Graduate Business Empowerment Program epitomizes a holistic approach to youth empowerment and economic development, spearheaded by Senator Isah’s visionary leadership and unwavering dedication to the prosperity of his constituents.
By and large, the first phase of the program has kicked started with twenty beneficiaries spread across the Nine Local Government of Kogi East and he hope to continue raising more entrepreneurs in the future totaling to over 100 entrepreneurs.
While our call for applications is still open, we enjoined everyone to understand that we have over 200 applications before we kicked start the first phase and Our Senator In his Wisdom who is determined to raise entrepreneur in the East won’t relent in giving his best to his people. We seek for your unalloyed support as we journey ahead.
Comr. Peter UgbedeOjo Nelson (PhD)
