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Enugu Tech Festival Draws 22,000+ From Across Nigeria in Day One and Day Two

The Enugu Tech Festival 2025 has vaulted Nigeria’s southeast into the national tech spotlight, drawing more than 22,000 participants from across the country in just its first two days. Staged at the Enugu International Conference Centre, the festival is already being hailed as Africa’s largest technology gathering—where government leaders, private sector powerhouses, and a rising generation of innovators are rewriting Nigeria’s digital playbook.

Day One delivered a bold opening salvo. Enugu State Governor Dr. Peter Mbah, joined by Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy Dr. Bosun Tijani and Youth Development Minister Dr. Jamila Bio Ibrahim, struck a unified tone around accelerating digital transformation. State Secretary Prof. Chidiebere Onyia and House Speaker Uche Ugwu added institutional heft to the message: Tomorrow is here—and it’s being built by Nigeria’s youth.

On the private-sector front, Zinox founder and investor Dr. Stan Eke and nightlife magnate Obi Cubana lent high-profile flair. They were joined by Lagos Angel Network co-founder Tomi Davies and tech entrepreneurs Ugochukwu Aronu, Kingsley Eze, Patrick Asuama, and Napa Onwusah. Their presence underscored a rapidly strengthening ecosystem where capital and creativity meet on common ground.

Across sessions and workshops, youth engagement surged. From artificial intelligence and blockchain to fintech and digital entrepreneurship, participants explored the frontier of technology with urgency and imagination. Panels led by young innovators offered a preview of what’s next for Africa’s startup scene—solutions engineered for the continent, by the continent.

Anticipating an even larger turnout for the May 9 finale, organizers are ramping up logistics and security. The closing day will feature pitch competitions, hackathon finals, and remarks from the state government. Hundreds of digital tools—including laptops and tablets—are being distributed to winners, with dozens already awarded and more promised by Enugu’s Commissioner for Innovation, Science and Technology, Dr. Prince Lawrence Ezeh.

The second day of the Enugu Tech Festival witnessed scenes of raw emotion and uncontainable joy as beneficiaries of the ongoing digital empowerment drive by the Enugu Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology, were visibly moved upon receiving new tools for innovation. In a moment that left many in tears, the recipients openly wept and cheered as they were presented with brand new HP laptops and Zinox Zpad X9 Tablet Pros by the state’s Commissioner for Innovation, Science and Technology, Dr. Prince Lawrence Ezeh.

Ongoing at the expansive Enugu International Conference Centre, the festival — now in full swing — has become a powerful symbol of Enugu’s commitment to digital transformation. The event, which began on Wednesday, has already drawn crowds numbering over 22,000, with 15,000 attendees on the first day alone and more than 7,000 streaming in on Thursday.

For many young participants, the moment they were handed sleek new laptops and tablets was simply overwhelming. Some dropped to their knees in gratitude, others clutched the devices tightly, tears spilling down their cheeks. Amid the flash of cameras and murmurs of appreciation, a singular sentiment echoed: hope.

“I never thought I would own a laptop in my life,” said Emmanuel Daren, a final-year computer science student who had travelled from Nsukka to attend. “This is not just a gift; it’s a turning point.”

The Enugu Tech Festival, designed to promote technological literacy and foster entrepreneurial development, is part of a wider state government strategy to position Enugu as a innovation powerhouse. With hundreds more laptops and tablets set to be distributed during today’s final sessions, anticipation remains high.

Observers say the festival is already surpassing expectations — not just in turnout, but in substance. “It’s not about gadgets,” said Ngozi Agorum, a tech mentor. “It’s about planting the seeds of a tech ecosystem. This is how you build a digital economy — one young mind at a time.”

As the festival concludes today, Friday 9 May, Commissioner revealed that more than 100 participants are expected to walk away with new devices — a boost not just to morale, but to long-term capacity.

We met with the management of UNEC to introduce the upcoming ETF Pre-Conference and explore ways students can benefit from tech-driven initiatives. With strong institutional backing, the road to a smarter, more innovative Enugu is clearer than ever!

Stay tuned for more updates on how to participate!

Truly tomorrow is here!

We Kicked off our ETF pre-conference tour at Godfrey Okoye University, where we shared our vision for tech transformation in Enugu. The leadership's enthusiasm? Absolutely infectious! This is just the beginning...

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What a Way to End the Year!

The Enugu State Ministry of Innovation, Science, and Technology recently hosted a memorable end-of-year party, bringing together our dedicated team to reflect on the milestones achieved in 2024.

The event featured inspiring speeches, team-building activities, and a showcase of our innovative projects that have propelled Enugu State to new heights.

As we look forward to 2025, we remain committed to driving technological advancement and fostering a culture of innovation for the betterment of our community.

Thank you to all our partners, stakeholders, and the people of Enugu State for your unwavering support.

Here’s to a future filled with innovation and success!

Building Foundations for the Enugu Tech Festival 2024

In preparation for the much-anticipated Enugu Tech Festival 2024 coming up in 2025, the Honourable Commissioner, Dr. Prince Lawrence Ezeh, recently visited five esteemed institutions across Enugu State.

This visit centred on engaging with the school heads to inform them about the festival, share our vision, and secure their vital support in making this event successful.

The institutions visited on Day 1 included:

✅ University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus(UNEC)

✅ Enugu State University of Science and Technology Teaching Hospital(ESUT)

✅ Institute of Management and Technology (IMT), Enugu

✅ Godfrey Okoye University

✅ Federal University of Allied Health Sciences Enugu

These meetings were an important first step in rallying our academic institutions to champion innovation and collaboration.

While this visit was to engage the leadership, we are excited to return soon to connect directly with students, empowering them to embrace the opportunities the festival will offer.

Stay tuned for updates as we continue to lay the groundwork for what promises to be an inspiring and impactful event.

Today, at the Old Government Lodge, we hosted the E-Governance Training with the theme "From Paper to Digital."

This training is a game-changer, focusing on transitioning from old, paper-based systems to modern digital platforms. The goal? To make governance more:

✅ Transparent
✅ Efficient
✅ Accountable
✅ Traceable

Enugu State is leading the charge in embracing innovation and digital transformation in governance. Together, we’re building a better future!

📸 Check out some highlights from the event below.