Ibadan, Oyo State – 15 August 2025 – Gritford Learning Centre, a leading Digital Economy Academy in Ibadan, is set to host a landmark event featuring the Digital Skill Training and Empowerment Project (DSTEP) Business Pitching Competition and Cohort 2 Matriculation Ceremony on Friday 16 August 2024.
The event will be graced by the Honourable Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, as the Special Guest of Honour, and Mrs. Blessing Ehi Ogwu, National Coordinator of the IDEAS Project, as the Guest of Honour.
Distinguished Guests of Honour will include Prof. Niyi Fatai, Deputy Provost of the University College Hospital (UCH); Prof. Rashid Aderinoye, Former Executive Secretary of the National Nomadic Education Commission; Mr. Ademola Babalola, Chairman of the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) in Oyo State; Prof. Tunji Babatunde, Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning; Chief Niyi Ajewole, President of CCII; Mogaji Nuru Akinade; Alh. Abdul Razak Abdul Ganiy (GRA), President of ANBROAD; Mr. Jide Yusuf, Co-Founder Leaders Hub, Dr. Success Ojo, Co-Founder Gotocourse,Prof. Ndem Ayara, IDEAS Project Consultant; Mr. Pius Odaba, IDEAS Project ICT Consultant; and Dr. Misturah Rufai, World Bank Representative, among others.
Gritford Learning Centre focuses on equipping youth, women, and individuals with accessibility issues with the digital and vocational skills necessary to thrive in the emerging economy. The Academy collaborates with partners to offer cotrade, codigital, colearn, and cowork opportunities to diverse demographic groups. Since its inception, Gritford has trained over 10,000 trainees for free and is committed to expanding its reach through affordable paid courses and skills scholarships, with continued support from development partners.
“This event is not only about celebrating our trainees but also about reaffirming our commitment to fostering digital literacy and entrepreneurship in Ibadan and Oyo State,” said Mr. Mobolaji Ajani, Project Leader and CEO of DSTEP. “With the support of the Federal Ministry of Education, the IDEAS Project, Normtak-Haifx Consortium, and the World Bank, we have empowered over 1,000 youths, women, and citizens with accessibility issues. Today, we look forward to unveiling the next generation of digital entrepreneurs through the DSTEP LaunchPAD Business Pitching Competition.”
The event will also see the matriculation of over 4,000 new students in Cohort 2, who will benefit from the Academy’s innovative educational programs and ensuing job opportunities.
Members of the press and the public are invited to join us for this celebration of innovation, education, and digital entrepreneurship.
For more information or to RSVP, please contact Memunah Abdullah,at 020 1330 6058 or dstep@skilltube.net
About Gritford Learning Centre
Gritford Learning Centre is a Digital Economy Academy committed to leveraging digital, vocational, and related skills to help individuals thrive in the emerging economy. Through collaborations with various partners, the Academy offers cotrade, codigital, colearn, and cowork opportunities to youth, women, and people with accessibility issues. Gritford has trained over 10,000 individuals and continues to empower more through affordable courses and scholarships.
Gritford Centre, Old Camaria Building, Adjacent Aare Arisekola House, Bashorun Ibadan
