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The outcome of the recent gubernatorial election in Ondo State won’t affect the forthcoming Global Entrepreneurship Festival (GEF) holding in the state, Hon Shina Peller has assured.
He was reacting to insinuations in some quarters that if Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa had lost, it
would have affected the event.
Peller emphasised, GEF is a global event that transcends regional politics, focusing on empowering entrepreneurs and fostering innovation.
He said only an enemy of youth and development won’t support the event scheduled for November 22-24, 2024, which promises to unite innovative minds from across the globe with over 5,000 participants and 15,000 attendees expected.
GEF is an international event which focuses on empowering entrepreneurs and creating opportunities for innovation.
It is expected to attract entrepreneurs and investors from around the world with networking opportunities for participants to engage with influential business leaders and establish valuable connections.
Moreover, the E-Village in Akure where the event is holding is a hub for creativity and collaboration, drawing local and international investors.
GEF’s alignment with the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly addressing poverty eradication through innovation, underscores its commitment to sustainability and social responsibility.
In an interview with journalists, Peller emphasized that GEF is an international event independent of local political dynamics. “It’s crucial to clarify that GEF is a global event, untethered by local political shifts,” he stated.
Peller reassured that governance structure do not dictate the success of the GEF. He noted that the essence of the festival transcends regional politics, focusing instead on empowering entrepreneurs and creating opportunities for innovation.
While the GEF is an annual, global event holding simultaneously in different countries around the world, the benefits derived from this year will be tangible for the people of Ondo State.
According to Peller, the state is ideally positioned to become a gateway for entrepreneurial activities due to its proximity to the world’s first E-Village.
The venue is designed to be a vibrant hub for creativity and collaboration, drawing in both local and international investors due to the fact that the location where E-Village in Ondo state is situated, is less than 30 minutes’ drive to both the airport and waterway.
He added that the festival represents a unique opportunity for Ondo residents and Nigerians at large to engage with influential business leaders, gain insights, and potentially establish valuable connections.
“The people of Ondo state due to proximity will be the first beneficiaries of the project,” Peller remarked, highlighting how the festival can catalyze growth and development within the local economy.
Peller congratulated to Governor Lucky Ayeidatiwa on his re-election victory and wish him the best in office.
Scheduled to occur over three captivating days, the GEF will feature an array of events aimed at inspiring entrepreneurial spirit. Participants can look forward to networking sessions, business pitches to investors, and showcases of innovative technologies.
Among the twelve concurrent events, standout activities include the innovation and robotics expo, a hackathon, and an international women’s congress. Each segment is crafted to ensure that the festival serves as a launchpad for groundbreaking ideas and initiatives, further enriching the entrepreneurial landscape.
