Cross River State Government and SMEDAN to Empower MSMEs at Grow Cross River Summit
The Cross River State Government, in partnership with the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN), is set to host the Grow Cross River Summit and Made in Cross River Products Trade Fair on August 21, 2024, at the EDC Conference Hall, Prof Eyo Ita House, Calabar.
The summit, themed Grow Cross River, aims to foster the growth and development of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the state. It will feature keynote addresses by Mr. Charles Odii, Director-General of SMEDAN, and Barr Sam Hart, Project Lead for the Made in Aba Products Campaign.
Other prominent speakers include Ekemini Francis, Business Growth Expert and CEO of EKEMPROFITS; Hon. Patrick Egbede, Commissioner for Wealth Creation and Employment; and Hon. Abigail Duke, Commissioner for Commerce, all from Cross River State.
The event, under the auspices of His Excellency, Sen. Prince Bassey Otu, Executive Governor of Cross River State, will highlight the state government’s commitment to empowering MSMEs as a catalyst for economic growth.
Key highlights of the event include:
- Official relaunch of the Cross River State Enterprise Development Center (EDC)
- Graduation and certificate presentation to 500 EDC students
- Seed fund disbursement to graduating students
- Launch of the Made in Cross River Campaign
- Unveiling of the MSME Development Fund
The summit is organized by the Cross River State Microfinance and Enterprise Development Agency, under the leadership of Director-General Great Ogban.
For more inquiries and participation please call 08069387357; 08067591794 or visit meda.crossriverstate.gov.ng to book your spot.
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