The grants were awarded after a rigorous pitch exhibition that involved a thorough review of the business plans of the applicants. The selection process was designed to ensure that only businesses with the potential for growth and scalability were considered for the grants. A total of 100 young entrepreneurs were selected from the pitch exercise and these 100 young business owners will each be awarded the Enugu Youth Business support grant. The first 3 entrepreneurs that got the grant are:
Miss Chibuko Joy Chiamaka: founder of Joyous touch, a registered business with the corporate affairs commission (CAC), which renders makeup services, and sells quality makeup and beauty products to clients all across the country.
Miss Perpetua Ohayi: Founder of Pep Glow, a clothing and shoe line registered with the CAC.
Miss Chinenye Precious: Foundy of Preshy Collectibles, a clothing and shoe line registered th the CAC
Speaking at the launch ceremony which had notable youth stakeholders in attendance, the State Chairman of NYCN, Comr. Bartholomew Ebuka Okoh commended the three entrepreneurs for their creativity and innovation, and for their commitment to making a positive impact in their respective communities. He also expressed his confidence in their ability to utilize the grant.
"Today, we are proud to support these three young entrepreneurs who have demonstrated a passion for innovation and a commitment to making a difference in their communities"
"We believe that their businesses have the potential to grow and create jobs, and we are confident that with more inputs from this scheme, they will be able to take their businesses to the next level. We wish them all the best and look forward to hearing about their future success" Comr. Okoh Said.
The NYCN is committed to supporting the growth and development of youth-led businesses in Enugu State, and the grants awarded to these three entrepreneurs are a testament to that commitment. The council believes that supporting youth-led businesses is key to unlocking the economic potential of the state, and creating more job opportunities for young people.
The council has also called on government and other organizations, both public and private, to support the growth and development of youth-led businesses in the state. The council believes that by working together, we can create a more vibrant and sustainable economy that benefits everyone.
