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Opening Speech by Dr. Chiji Ojukwu, MD APDC Group at The West African Youth in Climate Policy and Action for Green Job Creation in Food Systems Convening

Opening Speech by Dr. Chiji Ojukwu, MD APDC Group at The West African Youth in Climate Policy and Action for Green Job Creation in Food Systems Convening at Bon Elvis hotel, in Abuja, Nigeria on 28 August, 2024

APDC Group
Aug 29, 2024

APDC Group Participates in Digital Skills for Entrepreneurs (DSE) – Training of Trainers and Mentors Programme.

Learn how APDC Group is contributing to Nigeria's digital transformation by participating in the Digital Skills for Entrepreneurs (DSE) Course – Training of Trainers and Mentors (ToTM) programme. The training equipped APDC's team with the expertise to train and mentor entrepreneurs, fostering a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem in Nigeria.

APDC Group
Aug 20, 2024

Empowering Youths for a Healthier Africa: APDC Group Graduates 89 in Sustainable Agriculture Programmes

The Landmark programmes in partnership with the African Development Bank, the European Union, and other consortium members, equipped young Africans with agricultural skills. These programs aim to diversify food systems, and combat malnutrition and unemployment by empowering youths with sustainable livelihood skills.

APDC Group
Jul 17, 2024

AfDB Mission Visit to APDC Group Confirms SYMUF Project as a Model for Youth Empowerment in Africa

AfDB impressed as the SYMUF Project Exceeds Expectations. Pledges Continued Support

APDC Group
Jul 16, 2024

APDC Opening Ceremony for HD4A Cohort 2 and SYMUF Cohort 4

The Africa Projects Development Project (APDC) yesterday 15 April, launched the opening ceremony for two training programs: European Union financed Healthy Diets 4 Africa (HD4A) Cohort 2, and the AfDB financed Creating Sustainable Youths MSMEs through Urban Farming (SYMUF) Cohort 4.

APDC Group
Apr 16, 2024

The Africa Projects Development Centre Group (APDC) launched Cohort 4 of the IFAD AgriHub Project and Cohort III of the SYMUF Project

The Africa Projects Development Centre Group (APDC) launched Cohort 4 of the IFAD AgriHub Project and Cohort III of the SYMUF Project on March 26th, 2024 with an opening ceremony. These programmes are designed to equip young Africans with agribusiness skills, empowering them to tackle unemployment and build sustainable livelihoods.

APDC Group
Jan 15, 2024

A critical discussion on Public Procurement & Good Governance in Nigeria

The Centre actively supports initiatives that align with its mission of fostering African development and today in Abuja, APDC's Managing Director, Dr. Chiji Ojukwu, played a key role in a critical discussion on Public Procurement & Good Governance in Nigeria.

APDC Group
Jan 15, 2024

National Association of Northern Nigerian Students (NANNS) bestowed a prestigious honor of “Icon of Youth Development” upon Dr. Chiji Ojukwu

On Monday, March 11th, 2024, the National Association of Northern Nigerian Students (NANNS) bestowed a prestigious honor of “Icon of Youth Development” upon Dr. Chiji Ojukwu, the Managing Director, Africa Projects Development Centre (APDC) Group in Abuja, Federal Capital Territory. This is in recognition of his unwavering commitment to youth development and empowerment in Nigeria.

Patrick Tawo
Jan 15, 2024

APDC hosted the opening ceremony for the Fashionistas Enterprise Cohort 5 training program

On March 11th, 2024, the Africa Projects Development Centre in Abuja, Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory, hosted the opening ceremony for the Fashionistas Enterprise Cohort 5 training program at the prestigious Gladys Hall. Esteemed guests, distinguished speakers, and the dedicated team at The Centre passionate about advancing women's empowerment across Africa graced the event.

APDC Group
Jan 15, 2024

AGRA International Women's Day event, which held on 8th March, 2024, themed "Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress."

"Discriminatory gender stereotypes and lack of capital are strangling female entrepreneurship in Nigeria," declares Dr. Chiji Ojukwu, MD of the APDC Group, at the AGRA International Women's Day event, which held on 8th March, 2024, themed "Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress." While the event focused on women in agriculture, Dr. Chiji Ojukwu's message resonated broadly...

APDC Group
Jan 15, 2024

APDC hosted a distinguished delegation from the African Development Bank Group, led by Dr. Damian ihedioha

The Centre recently hosted a distinguished delegation from the African Development Bank Group, led by Dr. Damian ihedioha , AfDB Manager of the Agribusiness Division at HQ, Abidjan, Ivory Coast. The team also included Dr. Paschal Sanginga, Agriculture & Agro-Industry Regional Manager in Nairobi, Kenya, and Mr. Edson Mpyisi, AfDB Chief Financial Economist for Agriculture and Agro-industry...

APDC Group
Jan 15, 2024

The Centre recently hosted a special guest, Chief Kola Akosile

The Centre recently hosted a special guest, Chief Kola Akosile, the Vice President of the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA) During his visit, Chief Kola engaged with members of the centre's management team, led by Maaruf Yakub, the Director of Programmes, Partnerships, and Policy.

Patrick Tawo
Jan 15, 2024

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