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9mobile, ALX Nigeria boost entrepreneurs

9mobile has partnered with renowned technology training provider, ALX Nigeria for the “Pitch Your Business” competition. The competition, which was organized to empower young entrepreneurs to realize their business aspirations showcased nine final contestants drawn from current learners at the different ALX programmes and hubs.

The contestants and their business names are Patrick Asuama (Mechanic Africa), Abayomi Odole (Topical Test Limited), Ani Aloysius (Bellator Imperium Mech Tech Services), Odunayo Oladimeji (CancerCompass and Med Crescent), Oluwatosin Mogbadunade (PlannedPath Consults), David Oladele (VeldtsDigital Technologies), Oniya Olaiya Joseph (TAG-ALONG LTD), Judith Ekwunife (Marvel Personality) and Olanike Ogundiran (Seamailer).

Judith Ekwunife of Marvel Personality emerged winner of the competition assessed by a four-man judging panel and was awarded the sum of five hundred thousand Naira. Another contestant, Oluwatosin Mogbadunade of PlannedPath Consults emerged as the first runner-up and received the N300,000 while Odunayo Oladimeji with the business name, CancerCompass received N200,000 as the second runner up.

Commenting on this collaboration, PR Lead at 9mobile Chineze Amanfo, said: “At 9mobile, we are committed to fostering innovation and supporting the growth of entrepreneurs across different industries. We recognize the potential within the youths and their ability to drive transformative change through entrepreneurship and we are happy to partner with ALX Nigeria to provide startups with the necessary support to succeed.”

She said 9mobile remained Nigeria’s most innovative and tech-driven telecoms company committed to promoting entrepreneurship ideas that boost the nation’s creative economy.

“9mobile’s sponsorship of the "Pitch Your Business” competition by ALX Nigeria aligns with the company’s commitment to foster innovation, empower the youths, and contribute to the socio-economic development of Nigeria and Africa.”

Country Growth Marketing Manager, ALX Nigeria, Seun Babajide-Duroshola, said: “This partnership excites us as an organization because we are not only focused on providing quality and in-demand tech skills to our learners, but we are also passionate about how they can improve their entrepreneurial skills and achieve their business goals.”

The "Pitch Your Business" competition by ALX Nigeria represents a unique opportunity for aspiring entrepreneurs to highlight their innovative business ideas and solutions that can positively impact their communities and beyond. Through this partnership, 9mobile aims to provide a platform for these young visionaries to amplify their voices and receive the necessary support to bring their ideas to fruition. 9mobile is a youthful brand, and we want young people to thrive and succeed in their ventures.