S.Mobile Tech Hub, an offspring of S.Mobile Group has opened applications for technology entrepreneurs in Southeast Nigeria.
Interested technology entrepreneurs can apply by visiting www.smobilegroup.com to register.
S.Mobile Tech Hub was recently conceived by Mr. Kingsley Adonu, a visionary entrepreneur and CEO/Founder S.Mobile Group, who aims to manifest the Group’s deliberate programmes toward building a dynamic and vibrant startup ecosystem in the eastern region of the country.
Speaking against this backdrop, Mr. Adonu, said that even against tremendous challenges faced by the youth in the Southeast, they must be actively engaged in digital skills development to eschew social vices and make positive contributions towards maintaining peace and progress in the region.
“Unfortunately, a lot of our young people are facing numerous barriers to participating in formal and informal sectors today. In December 2015, the United Nations Security Council adopted UNSCR 2250 on Youth, Peace, and Security. The resolution was the first to recognise the important role young people can play in preventing conflicts and sustaining peace.
“It is on this premise and more that S.Mobile is thinking out of the box by extending digital skills programmes to empower the youth to be more economically relevant. This will also go a long way in supporting the efforts of the Governors in the Southeast who are not resting on their oars until we have a crime-free society with less poverty index.
“S Mobile Tech Hub has been positioned as a platform for entrepreneurs to leverage trends to accelerate their skills and innovation, especially in artificial intelligence, robotics, big data, etc., which have become embedded in our daily lives.
“We are rolling out free data and airtime to civil servants, students, farmers, and other entrepreneurs, for connecting with MTN Nigeria services.
“Also, during the cohort 1 of the S.Mobile Tech Hub programme, 500 successful technology entrepreneurs across the Southeast region will be sponsored with the starter tools to live their dreams.
“Together, let’s turn technology into your personal pathway to empowerment, growth, and societal well-being. Don’t just dream about a brighter tomorrow; let’s build it together today!” the company said on Wednesday.