Foundation trains 67 professionals on business success

By Cyprian  Ebele, Onitsha 

 A foundation under the aegis of Ultimate Destiny Uplifters Foundation (UDUF), ‘Africa Active Leadership and Entrepreneurship Bootcamp 2025’, had at the Onitsha Business School Executive Hall, trained 67 young professionals on business success.

The event, themed “Scaling for Success – Effective Strategies for Business Growth and Profitability,” provided the professionals with intensive training sessions facilitated by renowned industry experts.

The bootcamp’s impact was evident in the level of engagement and enthusiasm among participants, who left the event equipped with valuable knowledge, practical strategies, and a renewed commitment to scaling their businesses.

 The interactive nature of the sessions fostered meaningful connections, mentorship opportunities, and business collaborations, positioning young entrepreneurs for long-term success.

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Key facilitators at the event included,. Happiness Akabuike, Olusegun Oludapo Sogbesan, Mr. Chinemerem Oguegbe, and Goodluck Ihegbu, who shared insights on digital marketing, financial management, loan and debt management, business strategy, and leadership development.

The Director of the Active Leadership and Entrepreneurship Bootcamp 2025, Chukwueriezie ThankGod, emphasized the importance of bridging the knowledge gap among young entrepreneurs, providing them with the skills and strategies needed to scale their businesses in today’s fast-changing economic environment.

The founder of UDUF Africa, Ezuma Smart Chinedu, encouraged participants to internalize the knowledge garnered during the bootcamp and put the lessons into practice

. He stressed that learning without action leads to stagnation and that entrepreneurs must take bold steps to implement growth strategies, adopt digital transformation, and improve financial planning.

Speaking further, godwigod Ezuma urged the government to support young entrepreneurs by implementing policies that provide better access to funding, infrastructure, and market opportunities. 

He recommended facilitating finance for SMEs, improving infrastructure, creating a business-friendly environment, and expanding market opportunities. 

This includes “Buy Nigerian” policies and supporting export initiatives to help businesses grow locally and internationally.

UDUF Africa is committed to expanding its impact through future programs that inspire and equip young entrepreneurs for success. This is the 4th bootcamp by the organization since inception.