Ogun State has signed an agreement with the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ) to upskill 3,500 entrepreneurs on how to create, start and grow their businesses in a sustainable manner.
Remi Ogunmefun, Special Adviser on Industry, Trade and Investment to Gov. Dapo Abiodun, revealed on Monday.
He disclosed that the agreement is hinged on building a vibrant Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises sub-sector and encouraging entrepreneurship.
He added that the training would educate the participants on how to access markets, build value chain linkages, and prepare their businesses for funding and sustainable operations.
Ogunmefun stated also that the training would be open to entrepreneurs in Information and Communication Technology (ICT), cassava , food and beverages, fashion, textiles and beauty care sectors.
“At least 1,072 entrepreneurs shortlisted through the first batch of applications for the Ogun Govt.-GIZ Entrepreneurship Development Training programme are currently undergoing training.
“The second batch of registration for the training programme has started via ogunstate.gov.ng
“As many eligible entrepreneurs as possible are expected to take advantage of this window to be part of the remaining 2,500 entrepreneurs.
“They would be trained between November 2022 and January 2023,’’ Ogunmefun stated.
The special adviser enjoined those who needed further information on the programme to call 08033762594 or 08057033027 or email: ogunmsme@ogunstate.
