SEDC, Enugu Launch Agro Jobs Initiative
By Oluwakemi Kindness The South East Development Commission (SEDC) and the Enugu State Government have launched a regional agriculture initiative aimed at creating jobs, attracting private investment and strengthening food security across the South East. The partnership, formalised through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), marks the commencement of the South East Agro […]
SEDC Reaffirms Transparency After Senate Oversight
By Oluwakemi Kindness The South East Development Commission (SEDC) has reaffirmed its commitment to transparency and full disclosure following an interactive session with the Senate Committee on the Commission as part of the National Assembly’s oversight responsibilities. The Commission said it briefed lawmakers in detail on its financial position, operations, procurement processes, institutional development, strategic […]
Senate Grills SEDC Boss Over Financial Mismanagement
By Anayo Akwitti The Senate Committee on the South East Development Commission (SEDC) has interrogated the Managing Director of the Commission, Mark Okoye, over alleged mismanagement and questionable utilisation of ₦16.6 billion released under the 2025 budget. The Senator Orji Kalu-led committee raised concerns during an investigative hearing in Abuja, questioning key expenditure items, including […]
SEDC Selects 25 Startups for Venture Capital Support
By Oluuwakemi Kindness The South East Development Commission (SEDC) has selected 25 startups for funding, mentorship, and investor access under its inaugural South East Venture Capital Program (SEVCP), aimed at driving innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic growth across the South East. The announcement followed the conclusion of the programme’s pitch competition, which attracted startups operating in […]
South East Commission Announces SEVCP Grand Finale
By Oluwakemi Kindness The South East Development Commission (SEDC) has announced the Grand Finale of its inaugural South East Venture Capital Program (SEVCP) Pitch Competition, scheduled to hold in Enugu. The SEDC said the programme is a flagship initiative aligned with the vision of President Bola Tinubu, as outlined in the Renewed Hope Agenda (page […]
SEDC Shortlists 210 Innovative Startups for Venture Capital Boost
By Oluwakemi Kindness The South East Development Commission (SEDC) has shortlisted 210 startups from over 1,200 applications received across the South East region for the next phase of its Venture Capital Programme. The selected startups comprise 128 in the Incubator Track and 82 in the Accelerator Track, marking a major milestone in the Commission’s effort […]
Deputy Speaker Kalu Urges President Tinubu to Facilitate Kanu’s release
Oluwakemi Kindness The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to grant clemency to the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu. Kalu made the call during a press briefing at the National Assembly following the inaugural meeting of the House Committee on […]