The University of Ibadan (UI) is set to host this year’s edition of Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) Fair.
The exhibition is part of its efforts to promote innovation and enhance the global competitiveness of small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
The event, with the theme: Moving the SME Glocal Community Forward through Technology, Innovation, and Creativity, will bring together entrepreneurs, students, and industry leaders from across Nigeria.
The fair is scheduled to hold on November 8 and 9 at the university’s International Conference Centre.
The convener, Prof. Ruth Ochanya Adio-Moses, said the fair’s primary objective is to create an interactive platform where participants can exchange ideas, explore the latest technological advancements, and expand their business networks.
The event is designed to inspire collaboration and provide tools for SMEs to thrive in an increasingly digital and competitive global economy.
The fair will feature a wide range of activities, including a keynote address, guest speeches, panel discussions, and workshops.
It will also showcase product exhibitions from entrepreneurs, faculty members, and students, offering a glimpse into the innovative work being done within the SME sector.
The fair will also host inter-university competitions, pitch events, and business matchmaking sessions, aimed at helping emerging innovators and startups gain exposure, build partnerships, and attract potential investors.
Credit: thenationonlineng.net
