Unijos Entrepreneurship Centre Hosts Business Start-Up and Robotic Intelligence Training

UNIVERSITY OF JOS

(OFFICE OF THE VICE-CHANCELLOR)

INFORMATION, PUBLICATIONS, PUBLIC RELATIONS & PROTOCOL DIVISION

PRESS RELEASE

UNIJOS ENTREPRENEURSHIP CENTRE HOSTS BUSINESS START-UP, INCUBATION AND ROBOTIC INTELLIGENCE USAGE AND MAINTENANCE TRAINING

The University of Jos says the institution’s strategic focus is on bridging the gap between Academic learning and practical enterprise. This is through training and capacity building initiatives aimed at yielding substantial outcomes including fostering a culture of innovation and self-reliance within the University as well as its immediate community.

This came to light as the University hosts a transformative training programme on Business Start-Up and Incubation, Robotic Intelligence Equipment Usage and Maintenance at the institution’s Centre for Entrepreneurship Studies, Naraguta Campus. The training, facilitated in collaboration with a Consulting Firm and GIZ training instructors, targets over 50 Staff and Students of the University as part of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) 2023/2024 merged intervention programme.

The initiative is a significant milestone in the University's commitment towards fostering entrepreneurial skills and technological innovation, aimed at equipping Participants with the practical knowledge and tools to identify and leverage on emerging business opportunities. Participants would also gain hands-on experience in operating and maintaining cutting-edge Robotic Intelligence equipment usage and maintenance, essential for addressing contemporary challenges in education and industry.

Speaking at the opening session, Director of the Centre for Entrepreneurship Studies, University of Jos, Professor Emmanuel Oki represented by the Centre’s Administrative and Programme Officer, Mr Isaac Msughter emphasized the importance of the training in contemporary methodologies. Professor Oki charged the participants to approach the sessions with dedication and ensure that the insights gained translate into successful business ventures. "This opportunity is a game-changer for our University community," he noted. "We expect it to empower our Staff and Students to become key contributors to national and global development through innovation and entrepreneurship."

Some of the Participants, Dr Uchele Okpanachi, Mrs Sarah Sambo, Badiya Kwande and Njil Nuhu Nanmwa expressed enthusiasm, highlighting the potential impact of the programme on their personal and professional development. According to them, the TETFund-funded training programme represents a significant step towards achieving their goals by providing them with the necessary skills and resources to empower them to be the next generation of entrepreneurs and innovators.

The two-week training programme covers areas such as Business Start-up and Incubation where Participants will gain valuable insights into the fundamentals of Business Planning, Marketing, Finance, and Operations to equip them with the tools and knowledge necessary to launch and scale successful ventures.

The second segment of the training includes Robotic Intelligence Equipment Usage and Maintenance which delves into the intricacies of Robotic Technology, covering topics such as Programming, Hardware Assembly, and Troubleshooting. Participants will gain hands-on experience in the use of state-of-the-art Robotic equipment, thus fostering a deeper understanding of this rapidly evolving field.

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Abdullahi Abdullahi

Senior Deputy Registrar (Information and Publications)