Nume Ekeghe
ProvidusUnity Bank has graduated greater than 100 entrepreneurs from the sixth cohort of its SME Development Programme, persevering with its efforts to assist small companies overcome the challenges that usually stand in the best way of development.
The three-month programme, organised in partnership with the Enterprise Development Centre (EDC) of Pan-Atlantic University, introduced collectively small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) house owners from Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt.Speaking on the commencement ceremony held in Lagos, Head of Business Development at ProvidusUnity Bank, Ernest Elue, stated the initiative was designed to handle the capability gaps that usually constrain the expansion of SMEs and restrict their contribution to nationwide improvement.
He stated, “For us, this programme goes past coaching entrepreneurs. It is about constructing an ecosystem the place small companies can entry the information, networks, and assist required to realize long-term sustainability and development. SMEs stay the spine of the Nigerian financial system, and investing of their success is an funding within the nation’s future.
“Over the years, we have remained committed to supporting entrepreneurs with the tools and capabilities needed to scale their businesses. Through our partnership with the Enterprise Development Centre, we are helping to nurture resilient enterprises that create jobs, stimulate innovation, and contribute meaningfully to economic prosperity.”
Participants described the programme as a transformative expertise that supplied sensible options to actual enterprise challenges and strengthened their capability for development.
Founder of Danny Palm Oil, Ukponi Bahan, stated the programme supplied invaluable insights that will assist the corporate’s subsequent section of enlargement.
“The training challenged us to think differently about our business and sharpen our growth strategy. The sessions on operations, planning, and sustainability were particularly valuable as we prepare for future growth.”
