From Humble Beginnings to Booming Businesses: The Igbo Apprenticeship System Decoded
Imagine a world where your boss becomes your investor, your training is hands-on and practical, and success breeds not competition, but collaboration. Imagine a system where classrooms are bustling marketplaces, textbooks are business ledgers, and teachers are seasoned entrepreneurs. This isn’t a futuristic vision, but the very essence of the Igbo Apprenticeship system, a centuries-old […]
Unlocking the South East’s Sustainable Development Potential: A Roadmap for Investors
Umu Igbo, the spirit of enterprise runs deep in our veins. From navigating the bustling markets of Onitsha to building billion-dollar empires, we’ve always been pioneers, driven by a fierce determination to succeed. But today, more than ever, we stand at a crossroads. The South East, a land blessed with vibrant culture, fertile soil, and […]
SEES7 Communique
Communique at the 7th South East Economic Summit (SEES), an annual Event in partnership with The South East Governors’ Forum (SEGF) and the Private Sector Led by SEREDEC and supported by Key Igbo Businesses and development partners held, virtually, on 15th December 2022. Theme: Investment Imperatives in a changing World with a Sub Theme: The […]
7th South East Economic Summit (SEES7)
SEES6 Video Sessions and Presentation Slides
The South East Economic Summit is a multi-stakeholder event that provides an opportunity for the government, the private sector, and citizens to interact on issues relating to the development of the South East. The SEES Series has been highly successful in driving regional thinking and dialogue concerning both the general Ease of Doing Business (EoDB) […]
SEREDEC Welcomes 2 New Board of Directors At 23rd Meeting
The Board of Directors of the South East Region Economic Development Company have held their 23rd meeting, scheduled to take place quarterly. The meeting which held both physically and virtually had a good number of the board members in attendance, enough to form a quorum. Minutes from the last meeting were read and corrections adopted. […]
The South East Governors’ Forum (SEGF) and private sector partners led by SEREDEC, as significant regional platforms, have organized the annual South East Economic Summits (SEES).
SEES is a multi-stakeholder event that provides an opportunity for the government, the private sector, and citizens to interact on issues relating to the development of the South East (SE).
This is the 5th in the SEES series of annual events. The SEES Series has been highly successful in driving regional thinking and dialogue concerning both the general Ease of Doing Business (EoDB) issues and specific Regional Infrastructural Projects.
The 5th SEES (17th December 2020) is being held virtually taking into consideration the effects that COVID-19 pandemic has had on physical gatherings.
With lessons from the #ENDSARS peaceful protests and impact of COVID 19, the Summit focuses on Youths as the engine for South-East entrepreneurship and industrialization, while promoting gender balance and inclusivity.
We thank our panelists:
- Mr. Emmanuel Azubuike Chiemeka – Promoter, Linace Farms Nigeria Ltd
- Mr. Ken Anyanwu – Representative, Aba Leather Industry
- Mr. Gerald Ilukwe – Former MD/CEO, Galaxy Backbone Ltd
- Mrs. Uchenna Onwuamaegbu Ugwu – CEO, Edufun Tecknik
- Mr. Philip Udeochu – Chief Program Officer, SMEDAN
- Chineze Okafor – Cofounder, Alaigbo Development and Accountability Initiative (ADAI)
…who made time from their busy schedules to be part of this virtual summit.
Also, we specially thank our partners ( The South East Governors’ Forum and FCDO PERL) for their tremendous support in making this summit a success.
All #SEES5 presentations are available for download here – https://southeast.ng/sees5-presentations/
Register for the next SEES Event here – https://southeast.ng/event-registration/
5th South East Economic Summit 2020 (#SEES5) – Full Video Session
The South East Governors’ Forum (SEGF) and private sector partners led by SEREDEC, as significant regional platforms, have organized the annual South East Economic Summits (SEES). SEES is a multi-stakeholder event that provides an opportunity for the government, the private sector, and citizens to interact on issues relating to the development of the South East […]
Dr. Mark Abani (Director of the South East Economic Summit), shares his impression of the 5th edition of SEES.
The South East Governors’ Forum (SEGF) and private sector partners led by SEREDEC, as significant regional platforms, have organized the annual South East Economic Summits (SEES).
SEES is a multi-stakeholder event that provides an opportunity for the government, the private sector, and citizens to interact on issues relating to the development of the South East (SE).
The SEES Series has been highly successful in driving regional thinking and dialogue concerning both the general Ease of Doing Business (EoDB) issues and specific Regional Infrastructural Projects.
The 5th SEES (17th December 2020) is being held virtually taking into consideration the effects that COVID-19 pandemic has had on physical gatherings.
With lessons from the #ENDSARS peaceful protests and impact of COVID 19, the Summit focuses on Youths as the engine for South-East entrepreneurship and industrialization while promoting gender balance and inclusivity.
All #SEES5 presentations are available here – https://southeast.ng/sees5-presentations
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Dr. Mark Abani’s Impression of #SEES5
Dr. Mark Abani (Director of the South East Economic Summit), shares his impression of the 5th edition of SEES. The South East Governors’ Forum (SEGF) and private sector partners led by SEREDEC, as significant regional platforms, have organized the annual South East Economic Summits (SEES). SEES is a multi-stakeholder event that provides an opportunity for […]
Prof. Bart Nnaji (SEREDEC Chairman), shares his impression on the 5th edition of the South East Economic Summit – #SEES5.
The South East Governors’ Forum (SEGF) and private sector partners led by SEREDEC, as significant regional platforms, have organized the annual South East Economic Summits (SEES).
SEES is a multi-stakeholder event that provides an opportunity for the government, the private sector, and citizens to interact on issues relating to the development of the South East (SE).
The SEES Series has been highly successful in driving regional thinking and dialogue concerning both the general Ease of Doing Business (EoDB) issues and specific Regional Infrastructural Projects.
Prof. Bart Nnaji Shares His Thoughts On #SEES5
Prof. Bart Nnaji (SEREDEC Chairman), shares his impression on the 5th edition of the South East Economic Summit – #SEES5. The South East Governors’ Forum (SEGF) and private sector partners led by SEREDEC, as significant regional platforms, have organized the annual South East Economic Summits (SEES). SEES is a multi-stakeholder event that provides an opportunity […]
SEES5 (2020) Presentations
Download all SEES5 Presentations below.