By Joseph Joy

Director, Entrepreneurship Centre, Enugu State University of Science and Technology, ESUT, Prof Uche Ugwuanyi has emphasized the transformative journey of Obiero Miracle Chidiebubue, an enterprising student who won seven hundred thousand (N700, 000) award in entrepreneurship during her years in Ntaional Youth Service in Benin City, Edo State

Professor Ugwuanyi in an interview with ESUT Monitor following the new of Miracle’s Accessprenuer Competition feat, said her entrepreneurial journey originated at ESUT, where she refined her skills. “When she was doing that practical in ESUT, she never knew she would get to that level today,” and lauded the university’s role in enabling students to actualize their dreams within their chosen fields of study.

Highlighting the broader impact of entrepreneurship training, Professor Ugwuanyi stated, “A good number of students have improved their skills through the acquisition of technical and soft skills. They have the ability to think out of the box, and that’s why you see some of them doing very well in private endeavours.”

Responding to whether Miracle’s success could motivate others, the Professor affirmed, “Yes, it is a very big thing. She got an award in a well-organized competition due to the fact that she acquired what she needed to from Enugu State University of Science and Technology entrepreneurship training.” He expressed hope for more students to surpass Miracle’s achievements and wished for a continual emergence of innovative ideas.

The Professor of Accounting announced that the Centre will begin practicals for third year students next week.

“By the time you come to various practical units from next week, you will see what they will be teaching them, and most of them will be showing their enthusiasm on learning how to do those things. I have no doubt that the Entrepreneurship Centre will continue to produce more Obeiros,” he concluded.

The success story of Obiero Miracle Chidiebubue serves as an inspiration for the ESUT community, showcasing the university’s commitment to nurturing entrepreneurial spirit and fostering student innovation.