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Odii, Jimmy-Eboma to Lead Discussions at SSE Lab’s MBA Business Showers

Nume Ekeghe

The Director-General of the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN), Mr. Charles Odii, and the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Small-Scale Enterprise (SSE Lab), Mrs. Adesola Jimmy-Eboma, are set to headline the second edition of the Manufacturing Business Accelerator (MBA) Business Showers. The event is   a flagship initiative aimed at celebrating Cohort 2 graduands while deepening dialogue on redefining the role of  micro small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in driving Nigeria’s economic growth.

Tagged,“Innovation. Inclusion. Impact: Redefining MSMEs in the Nigerian Economy, the event  is scheduled to hold October 30th, 2025, in Ikeja, Lagos and will have keynote addresses delivered by Mr Charles Odii, and the Group Head, Retail & SME Banking at Nova Bank, Ms Esther Obiekwe. 

SSE Lab in a statement noted that the event will have a fireside chat session that will feature, State Manager, SMEDAN, Dr. Bunmi Kola-Dawodu; Divisional Head, Marketing & Communications, Fidelity Bank Plc, Dr. Meksley Nwagboh; General Manager, LASCOPA.

 Afolabi Solebo, Esq.; Founder & CEO, Florence Richards Africa, Dr. Ayomide Funmilayo Olofinjana; and Founder & CEO, Ady’s Agro Processing Ltd, Adanna Uche. The session will be moderated by the Founder of Moore organics, Mrs. Adebisi Odeleye. 

Highlighting the expectation from the MBA Cohort 2 programme, Jimmy-Eboma said: “The participant at this year’s edition will examine the role of policymakers, financial institutions, and entrepreneurs on the need to collaborate and unlock finances, strengthening quality and consumer protection, and accelerate international competitiveness.

“Nigeria has enormous potential locked within her people. If every state intentionally develops its local resources into finished goods by turning cassava into packaged flour, hibiscus into export tea, and shea butter into global beauty products, we can transform our economic narrative. 

“The MBA Business Showers has rapidly become a leading platform spotlighting innovation and entrepreneurial excellence in Nigeria’s small-scale manufacturing sector. Powered by SSE Lab, the initiative bridges the gap between vision and venture by equipping founders with practical structure, market-ready knowledge, and strategic support to thrive in today’s dynamic economy.

“The MBA is a 90-day intensive transformation programme tailored for product-based founders and micro-manufacturers. Over three months, participants progress through a disciplined pathway of conceptualisation, product validation, branding, packaging, regulatory compliance, and market launch, transforming raw ideas into proudly made-in-Nigeria brands capable of competing globally.

“Through the MBA Business Shower, we have built entrepreneurs who can make vision real because we have seen ordinary individuals like; traders, artisans, and dreamers become structured, compliant, export-ready businesses within 90 days. This is a statement of possibility,”  She stated. 

She added that the MBA Graduation and Business Showcase will see Cohort 2 entrepreneurs present their market-ready brands, share their journey through the accelerator, and unveil products across food processing, lifestyle, beauty, and wellness. This is evidence of the creative resilience powering Nigeria’s emerging manufacturing community. 

She said: “The MBA Business Showers is more than a graduation ceremony as what we are witnessing is a new generation of entrepreneurs who believe in the power of Nigerian resources, Nigerian creativity, and Nigerian excellence.

“Guests will experience the Innovation Showcase and Market Walk, an interactive exhibition where attendees can sample products, meet founders, and explore investment and partnership opportunities alongside development agencies, private investors, and the media.”

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    ​The statement decried that: “Nigeria is currently grappling with a very high prevalence rate of drug abuse, particularly among our youths. These illicit drug parties do not only fuel the drug scourge but equally serve as hubs for new recruitment into drug addiction and actively undermine our current national efforts to safeguard public health and security.

    “In the recent case, the NDLEA was meticulous and professional throughout the processes leading to the raid and during the operation. Following intelligence on the party, our undercover agents conducted surveillance on the facility, made pre-purchases of illicit drugs from within the club and for four hours between 11pm on Saturday and 3 am on Sunday during the party, our operatives observed and recorded drug transactions and abuse going on before we eventually disrupted the brazen public display of illegality and made arrests.

    “All attendees initially arrested were later profiled, addressed, counselled and released within hours in custody, in line with best global practices, while the two principal suspects — Pretty Mike and his manager, Joachin Millary — remain in custody following the seizure of 384.882 kilogrammes of Canadian Loud, a strong strain of cannabis and other substances from the club’s store.

    “While the agency will intensify surveillance and apply the full force of the law against perpetrators, owners of properties, hotels, and event centres found to be knowingly hosting such illegal activities risk the confiscation and forfeiture of their assets to the Federal Government. Those held in custody in the ongoing case will face prosecution while we will file for forfeiture of the property, Proxy Night Club, in which the drugs were found.”

    ​The agency however urged all patriotic Nigerians, parents, religious and community leaders, as well as concerned citizens to be vigilant, report such activities, and partner with the NDLEA in combating this threat to national well-being.

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    Sunday Aborisade in Abuja

    In a bold move to revolutionise hospitality and tourism education in Nigeria, the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR) has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Circuits, Africa’s premier virtual cinema and audiovisual distribution platform, to digitise its academic, professional and culinary training content.

    The landmark agreement, announced Tuesday in Abuja, marks a major step in the Federal Government’s drive to modernise vocational learning, expand access to skills training and promote Nigeria’s creative economy through digital innovation.

    Established under the NIHOTOUR Act, the institute serves as the country’s apex agency for training, capacity development and regulation of personnel across the hospitality, travel and tourism sectors. 

    With this new partnership, NIHOTOUR will deploy Circuits’ cutting-edge technology to deliver its courses, certification programmes, and culinary showcases to a vast online audience across Nigeria and beyond.

    Under the arrangement, millions of Nigerians, especially those employed in hotels, restaurants, catering services, tour operations and travel agencies, will have access to high-quality, interactive learning content from anywhere in the country. 

    The initiative aims to dismantle barriers to professional training, making industry-standard education both affordable and accessible to practitioners and aspiring professionals across the nation’s tourism value chain.

    As part of the collaboration, NIHOTOUR and Circuits will also co-produce and stream culinary programmes that celebrate Nigeria’s vibrant food culture and creative gastronomy. 

    These digital shows are expected to showcase regional cuisines, promote culinary tourism and project Nigeria’s hospitality excellence on the global stage.

    Speaking during the signing ceremony, the Director-General of NIHOTOUR, Dr. Abisoye Fagade, described the MoU as a transformative leap for the institute and the wider hospitality industry. 

    He said the partnership aligns perfectly with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which prioritises innovation, digital inclusion, youth empowerment and job creation as key pillars of national development.

    According to him, “This partnership with Circuits is a major milestone in our effort to expand access to quality hospitality education and position Nigeria as a continental leader in tourism capacity development.

    “By embracing digital dissemination, we are extending NIHOTOUR’s mandate to millions of Nigerians, empowering them with the knowledge and skills to compete globally and thrive in the modern hospitality economy.”

    Fagade explained that the digitisation initiative would not only boost the institute’s reach but also modernise its curriculum delivery, ensuring that learners can access professional training without geographical or financial constraints.

    “With this platform, NIHOTOUR’s educational and culinary content will reach hotels, restaurants and tourism operators in even the most remote parts of the country,” he added.

    He stressed that the collaboration underscores NIHOTOUR’s commitment to innovation and excellence, reaffirming its position as a leader in hospitality training and professional certification in West Africa.

    “Our goal is to democratise access to knowledge while preserving the richness of our cultural and culinary traditions,” Fagade said.

    On her part, Circuits’ Chief Operating Officer, Imade Bibowei-Osuobeni, expressed excitement about the partnership.

    She noted that it represents a convergence of education, creativity and technology aimed at reimagining how African expertise is shared with the world.

    She said: “Circuits is designed to connect African creativity with global audiences.

    “Partnering with NIHOTOUR allows us to merge education, entertainment and digital innovation in a way that transforms the learning experience for hospitality practitioners and food enthusiasts alike.”

    Bibowei-Osuobeni emphasised that Circuits’ digital infrastructure offers a seamless platform for streaming, engagement and interactive learning, making it possible for students, professionals and culinary lovers to participate in immersive training sessions and live demonstrations.

    According to her, the collaboration will enable NIHOTOUR to reach not just Nigerians at home but also the diaspora and international markets eager to explore authentic Nigerian cuisine and hospitality standards.

    “The world is increasingly consuming educational and cultural content online.

    “Through this partnership, Nigeria’s culinary heritage and hospitality expertise will find new audiences globally, while empowering local practitioners with digital tools to grow their craft and businesses.”

    Industry stakeholders have hailed the partnership as a model for public-private collaboration capable of transforming Nigeria’s service economy. 

    Analysts note that by combining NIHOTOUR’s institutional authority and Circuits’ digital distribution network, the initiative could set new benchmarks for African tourism education and hospitality innovation.

    Beyond training, the digital platform will also host live events, food festivals and cultural showcases designed to attract global attention to Nigeria’s hospitality and tourism potential. 

    Observers say the project could inspire similar initiatives across Africa, helping the continent capture a larger share of the global tourism and creative economy.

    The partnership reflects a broader trend of digital transformation in vocational education, as institutions increasingly turn to technology to scale learning, bridge skill gaps and promote inclusive access to training opportunities.

    By merging innovation with accessibility, NIHOTOUR and Circuits are charting a new course for the future of hospitality and tourism education in Nigeria, empowering millions of workers, promoting culinary creativity and enhancing the country’s global reputation as a destination of hospitality excellence.

    With this partnership, NIHOTOUR is not only modernising its operations but also reaffirming its strategic role in driving national development through skills, innovation and digital inclusion, hallmarks of the Renewed Hope vision for a more prosperous Nigeria.

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