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*GLOBAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP WEEK 2025: EKITI STATE POLYTECHNIC REINFORCES COMMITMENT TO SKILLS DEVELOPMENT*

Ekiti State Polytechnic, Isan-Ekiti, joined the rest of the world to celebrate the 2025 Global Entrepreneurship Week with a two-day programme held on November 19 and 20 at the institution’s 250-Capacity Auditorium. The event, themed “Together, We Build the Future,” brought together students, educators, and stakeholders to promote innovative thinking, technical skills, and entrepreneurial development.

Declaring the programme open, the Rector of Ekiti State Polytechnic, Dr. Sunday Osinkolu Ajeigbe, charged participants; particularly young students to take advantage of opportunities in entrepreneurship and vocational training. He emphasized that acquiring at least one practical skill has become indispensable in today’s global economy.

“Our goal is simple: every student who passes through EKSPOLY must graduate with at least one skill, one business idea and one pathway to self-reliance,” Dr. Ajeigbe said.

He reaffirmed the institution’s dedication to nurturing a new generation of innovators capable of driving economic growth and reducing unemployment through job creation.

The convener of the programme, Dr. F.G. Oyeniyi delivered an insightful presentation on the relevance of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in national development. He highlighted the role of TVET in equipping learners with hands-on competencies that prepare them for self-reliance and productivity.

The first day of the celebration featured a demonstration session involving secondary school students drawn from Isan Secondary High School, Ayede Grammar School, and Itaji Secondary High School. The students showcased innovative ideas and displayed remarkable creativity in various mini-projects.

After a closely contested session, Isan Secondary High School emerged winner of the competition. The school received a commemorative plaque and a cash prize of ₦50,000, presented amid cheers from their colleagues and teachers.

The Demo Day, according to organisers, was designed to expose secondary school students to entrepreneurship early, boost their confidence, and inspire them to embrace technical skills.

The second day focused on sensitisation for TVET trainees assigned to the Polytechnic by the Federal Ministry of Education for intensive training in two key vocational areas: *Animal Husbandry and Computer Hardware and Repairs.*

The trainees were officially inducted and briefed on their training modules, expectations, and opportunities available upon completion. Facilitators assured participants that the programme would offer practical, industry-driven instruction delivered by experienced professionals.

Upon completing the programme, all trainees will be awarded the National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF) Certificate, a nationally recognised credential that enhances employability and supports self-employment.

Dr. Oyeniyi described the TVET induction as a strategic step toward strengthening national productivity, adding that the Polytechnic remains committed to supporting government efforts to raise a skilled workforce.

The two-day Global Entrepreneurship Week event reaffirmed Ekiti State Polytechnic’s role as a centre for technical innovation and skills development. Through programmes such as TVET training, entrepreneurship exposure, and educational competitions, the institution continues to inspire a generation prepared to build a sustainable future.

Participants, guests, and stakeholders commended the Polytechnic for hosting what many described as an impactful and forward-looking event.

With the success of the 2025 edition, the Polytechnic restated its readiness to deepen collaborations aimed at empowering youths, enhancing creativity, and promoting entrepreneurship across Ekiti State and Nigeria at large.

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