Oghe Youth Center, Enugu State, June 24, 2025 — Building on Enugu State’s successful skills training and youth empowerment programs, the Oghe Social Development Association (OSDA) recently organized a series of workshops to connect Oghe youths with the state’s expanding entrepreneurship and digital skills initiatives. These programs aim to equip young people with practical business skills, access to microfinance, and digital tools that will help reduce unemployment and stimulate local entrepreneurship in Oghe.
Empowering Oghe Youth through Skills and Innovation
Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah has made youth empowerment a central focus of his administration, launching ambitious plans to train over 40,000 youths annually in digital innovation, entrepreneurship, and technology-driven skills. The state’s Tech and Entrepreneurship (TxE) Summit, themed “Innovation Unleashed: Transforming Enugu’s Future,” highlighted this commitment, emphasizing the importance of preparing young people for a rapidly evolving digital economy.
OSDA’s workshops in Oghe are designed to leverage these state initiatives by providing local youths with training in areas such as small business management, food packaging, digital marketing, and financial technology. The programs also offer mentorship and guidance on accessing microfinance and government grants, helping young entrepreneurs turn ideas into viable businesses.
Digitalized Entrepreneurship Scheme: A Modern Approach
Recent studies on youth empowerment in Enugu State underscore the shift from traditional, often short-lived empowerment schemes to digitalized entrepreneurship programs that use the internet, social media, and other electronic platforms to reach wider participants and ensure transparency. This approach addresses challenges like inadequate funding, corruption, and accessibility, making it easier for Oghe youths to participate and benefit.
Governor Mbah has urged youths to embrace emerging technologies such as robotics, artificial intelligence, augmented reality, and virtual reality to stay competitive globally. He emphasized that creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning are essential for success in today’s entrepreneurial landscape.
Community Impact and Future Prospects
Since the launch of these initiatives, thousands of youths across Enugu State have gained skills that have enabled them to start businesses, improve employability, and contribute to local economic growth. OSDA leaders are optimistic that the Oghe youth will similarly benefit, fostering a new generation of leaders and wealth creators within the community.
“The state government’s focus on digital and entrepreneurial skills is a game-changer for our youths,” said Chief Emeka Nwosu, OSDA chairman. “By connecting Oghe youths to these programs, we are opening doors to opportunities that can transform lives and uplift our community.”
Continued Support and Expansion
Enugu State’s commitment to youth empowerment is ongoing, with plans to expand training programs, increase access to technology, and strengthen partnerships with private sector organizations. OSDA is actively collaborating with government agencies and tech hubs to ensure that Oghe youths receive continuous support and mentorship.
Governor Mbah’s vision to create a thriving digital economy in Enugu is closely tied to empowering youths like those in Oghe, who are encouraged to innovate, solve societal problems, and build sustainable businesses that contribute to the state’s economic transformation.
