13/07/2026
We at the MGE Foundation kicked off the second half of 2026 with the successful conclusion of the 8th Edition of our Skills Acquisition Empowerment Training Program on Friday, 10th July 2026, at the Serenity Legal Union/Partners, Plot 7Jessy & Jenny Street, by Domino's Pizza Junction, Peter Odili Road, Harcourt, fulfilling another milestone of our mission to provide opportunities and resources through vocational training and capacity building.
In her opening address, the Executive Director of the Foundation, Mrs. Ibifama Orupabo-Saya, reaffirmed the Foundation's commitment tobreaking the cycle of poverty through skills acquisition and empowerment.
Our Co-Founder Barr. George Etomi, in his remarks, reflected on the vision behind the Foundation's establishment and reaffirmed its commitment to empowering vulnerable individuals through skills acquisition.
He encouraged the beneficiaries to remain focused, make productive use of the opportunity and become agents of positive change in their various communities.
Co-Founder Dr. Mike joined the ceremony virtually, where congratulated the beneficiaries and encouraged them to make meaningful contributions to their communities with the knowledge and skills they have acquired.
Speaking on behalf of past beneficiaries, Christabel Joseph and Gloria Ogolo shared their inspiring journey, revealing that the Foundation's training enabled them to establish their own businesses and train several others. They encouraged the beneficiaries to remain focused and make good use of the opportunity provided by the foundation.
Delivering a goodwill message,Senator John Azuta-mbata, President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, congratulated the beneficiaries and commended the M&G Foundation for its sustained investment in Human capital development.
The event attracted several distinguished guests, including Senator John Azuta-mbata,Chief Abiye Sekibo, Emmanuel Georgewill,Barr. Mrs. Cordelia Eke,Prof. Walter Onu,Kalada Apiafi, HRH Sir,Barr. David Serena Dokubo-Spiff, Bright Otobo among others, reflecting the broad support for the Foundations mission of transforming lives through Skills Acquisition and sustainable empowerment program.