Osun State Government Launches Creative Business Cup Competition to Empower Entrepreneurs and Innovators

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Osogbo – 29/01/2025– Osunstate.gov.ng:

The Osun State Government, through the Office of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), in collaboration with the Global Entrepreneurship Network Nigeria (GENN) and the Enterprise Development Centre, Pan-Atlantic University, is proud to announce the launch of the Creative Business Cup (CBC) Competition in Osun State.

The CBC competition is a groundbreaking initiative aimed at fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, and business growth among startups and creative talents in the state. Participants will benefit from business management training, personalized mentorship sessions, and the opportunity to compete for a seed grant to scale their ventures.

This competition represents a major step in empowering young entrepreneurs and creatives by equipping them with the skills, knowledge, and resources needed to succeed in today’s competitive business landscape. It also offers participants a platform to showcase their talents, gain exposure, and potentially represent Osun State on the global stage.

Speaking on the initiative, Bamikole Omishore, Special Adviser on Sustainable Development Goals emphasized the state government’s commitment to driving economic growth, supporting small businesses, and fostering job creation. “Through the CBC competition, we are investing in the future of Osun by nurturing creative and innovative enterprises that can contribute to sustainable development,” Omishore stated.

The launch of the Creative Business Cup in Osun State reinforces the administration’s dedication to empowering young people, creating opportunities, and positioning the state as a hub for entrepreneurial excellence.

Signed :
Oluomo Kolapo Alimi,
Hon Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment