500 youths benefit from PowerUp Entrepreneurship Programme 4.0

The PowerUp Entrepreneurship Programme 4.0 has successfully empowered 500 young Nigerians with essential entrepreneurial skills, enabling them to bridge the gap between ideation and actualisation.

The programme equipped participants with the tools and knowledge needed to start and grow sustainable businesses, providing them with access to economic opportunities.

Taking a holistic approach to enhance the entrepreneurial capabilities of its participants, the programme, an initiative of Access Corporation in collaboration with NerdzFactory Foundation, comprised several key components, including the PowerUp Webinar, PowerUp BootCamp and PowerUp Demo-Day.

Each of these elements was carefully crafted to cultivate essential skills and provide practical business knowledge, empowering participants to navigate the entrepreneurial landscape confidently.

Participants gained insights into critical areas such as digital marketing, financial management, designing a pitch deck and effectively pitching their business ideas, developing comprehensive business plans and models, generating funds for their businesses and branding.

These topics were integral to fostering a well-rounded understanding of entrepreneurship and ensuring participants were well-prepared for real-world challenges.

As part of the programme, a free workshop entitled ‘Turn Your Passion into Profit: Mastering Mini Importation’ featured Oladeji Esho as speaker.

The workshop provided valuable insights into leveraging mini importation as a viable business opportunity, inspiring participants to take actionable steps towards entrepreneurship.

The programme adopted a hybrid training model, combining both physical and virtual sessions to maximise accessibility for participants.

The two-week programme was open to diverse groups, including young graduates, final-year students, unemployed youths, NYSC Corps members, girls aged 18-35, aspiring entrepreneurs and existing entrepreneurs.

Speaking about the event, Director at NerdzFactory Foundation, Ade’ Olowojoba, highlighted the vital role of cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset among Nigerian youths.

“As our economic landscape continues to evolve, empowering young people with the skills and knowledge to navigate these changes is essential. The PowerUp Programme serves as a dynamic platform that enables aspiring entrepreneurs to discover and seize business opportunities, equipping them with the tools they need to thrive and succeed in their ventures,” he said.