Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo has sponsored Anambra Startup Team, Foris Labs, to to participate in the TechCrunch Startup Battlefield in California, United States of America.
Foris Labs, which is an Anambra-based startup, is a gamified virtual science lab startup simplifying the complexities of science experiments and the startup was selected among the top startups to participate in the highly competitive ‘TechCrunch Startup Battlefield 200’ as one of the top 200 startups from around the globe to exhibit in the event held recently in San Francisco, California.
The government said Soludo’s administration is deliberate about building the Solution Innovation District which will become the Silicon Valley of Africa and see the emergence of startups, digital tribes, and smart SMEs.
Special Adviser to the Governor on Innovation and Business Incubation, Chinwe Okoli who disclosed this to journalists noted that the sponsorship of Foris Labs Team further demonstrates the state government’s commitment to fostering technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship in the State through the Solution Innovation District.
She said, “In Anambra, we are inspiring new ideas, incubating startups, grooming the digital tribe, and creating the enabling startup law for a comprehensive innovation ecosystem so that the people of Anambra State can compete globally and create jobs locally.
“By sponsoring this promising startup-Foris Labs, Mr Governor contributes to the broader advancement of science education in Nigeria and beyond and has also given hope to startup builders in the State, thus inspiring the emergence of new ideas.”
Okoli observed that the inclusion of Foris Labs in the Startup Battlefield is a testament to the innovative spirit and potential for global impact inherent in Anambra startups adding that this achievement showcases the remarkable strides being made in promoting technology, innovation and education within the state and emphasises the mantra “Everything Technology, Technology Everywhere”.
The founder of Foris Labs, John Onuigbo, said that Fortis Labs is an innovative startup dedicated to transforming the way students engage with science as well as developing cutting-edge products that simulate real-life science laboratory environments, allowing students to conduct experiments virtually using mobile devices or desktop computers.
Onuigbo expressed his heartwarming appreciation to Mr. Governor for the privilege of witnessing his commitment to encouraging and fostering growth and innovation in the Anambra tech sector.
He said “It’s heartening to witness Mr. Governor’s dedication to fostering innovation and nurturing the growth of Anambra’s thriving tech ecosystem. His commitment to propelling local talent onto the global stage is truly commendable.
“Representing Anambra at the TC Startup Battlefield has been an exceptional experience, and it’s evidence of the incredible strides we are making in the world of technology and innovation…I am inspired by the opportunities that Anambra State is creating for young entrepreneurs and innovators, and I look forward to contributing further to this collective success.”
