By Uzo Ugwunze
The Ultimate Destiny Uplifters Foundation (UDUF) has urged Government to support young entrepreneurs by implementing policies that provide better access to funding, infrastructure, and market opportunities.
The call was made recently during the UDUF Africa Active Leadership and Entrepreneurship Bootcamp 2025 which held at the Onitsha Business School Executive Hall, Anambra State.
The event, themed “Scaling for Success – Effective Strategies for Business Growth and Profitability,” brought together over 67 young business professionals and provided them with intensive training sessions facilitated by renowned industry experts.
Speaking during the event the Founder of UDUF Africa, Ezuma Smart Chinedu urged government to support young entrepreneurs by implementing policies that provide better access to funding, infrastructure, and market opportunities. He recommended facilitating finance for SMEs, improving infrastructure, creating a business-friendly environment, and expanding market opportunities. This includes “Buy Nigerian” policies and supporting export initiatives to help businesses grow locally and internationally.
According to him, UDUF Africa is committed to expanding its impact through future programs that inspire and equip young entrepreneurs for success. This is the 4th bootcamp by the organization since inception.
Dr Ezuma further encouraged participants to internalize the knowledge gained during the bootcamp and put the lessons into practice. He stressed that learning without action leads to stagnation and that entrepreneurs must take bold steps to implement growth strategies, adopt digital transformation, and improve financial planning.
The bootcamp’s impact was evident in the level of engagement and enthusiasm among participants, who left the event equipped with valuable knowledge, practical strategies, and a renewed commitment to scaling their businesses. The interactive nature of the sessions fostered meaningful connections, mentorship opportunities, and business collaborations, positioning young entrepreneurs for long-term success.
Key facilitators at the event included Engr. Happiness Akabuike, Professor Olusegun Oludapo Sogbesan, Mr. Chinemerem Oguegbe, and Engr. Goodluck Ihegbu, who shared insights on digital marketing, financial management, loan and debt management, business strategy, and leadership development.
The Director of the Active Leadership and Entrepreneurship Bootcamp 2025, Comr. Chukwueriezie ThankGod, emphasized the importance of bridging the knowledge gap among young entrepreneurs, providing them with the skills and strategies needed to scale their businesses in today’s fast-changing economic environment.