Abia state governor Alex Otti, while attending the 22nd Convocation ceremony of the Ogbonnaya Onu Polytechnic Aba, awarded N100 million to 100 graduates of the school, empowering them to fulfill a sucessful career or business after school.
The state governor graced the Convocation ceremony, which took place yesterday at the Ogbonnaya Onu polytechnic premises, delivering the keynote speech and expressing pride in the milestone achieved by the university and its contribution to the Abia state society.
” In line with our administration’s commitment to youth empowerment and sustainable development, I announced a ₦100 million grant to support 100 exceptional graduates with feasible, bankable, and scalable business ideas. Each selected graduate will receive ₦1 million to kickstart their entrepreneurial journey.” Says Otti
” Applications are open to those who graduated with distinction. Submit your business plans to oggh@abiastate.gov.ng by December 31, 2025.” He added
Speaking further at the event, the Abia state governor announced the launch of a 6-month technical field training for graduates of Engineering, Power, and Public Utilities. He added that the initiative would upskill young talents in Abia state and make them useful hands to the urbanization agenda of the Alex Otti administration.
A highlight of the event includes the awarding of a posthumous award to Dr Ogbonnanya Onu, the first civilian governor of Abia state. The award was given to his wife, Dr Mrs Chinyere Onu, in recognition of the role he played in setting up the university in the state.
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, commended and congratulated the new graduates, urging them to go ahead and make a difference, leveraging their certificates and experience gained.
” As you step into the next chapter of your journey, remember that Abia State is rooting for you. We are building a future where your talents are needed, and your ambitions can thrive.” Otti added.
