11/04/2024
ORUMBA NORTH NANO BUSINESS GRANT BATCH 1: 52 RECIPIENTS RECEIVE ₦50,000 GRANTS FROM THE TC CHAIRMAN SIR OGOCHUKWU EKWUEME
The Orumba North Nano Business Grant Batch 1 program was a remarkably significant event that took place at the Orumba North LGA Secretariat. Sir Ogochukwu Nnamdi Ekwueme presented 52 lucky winners with a cheque of Fifty thousand Naira ( #50,000) each.
The beneficiaries were from all 16 communities in Orumba North, including 5 JONAPID [ JOINT NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF PEOPLES WITH DISABILITIES] members and 2 non-indigenes who are residents of the area.
In his opening remarks, Sir Ogochukwu Ekwueme explained that the Nano Business Grant was designed to infuse capital into nano businesses and stimulate the local economy of Orumba North. He also announced that the top 10 performing grant recipients from Batch 1 would be eligible for a special prize in the next batch.
Mr. Sunny Umeadi, a chartered accountant, was the resource person for the event. He gave an insightful lecture on the merits of bookkeeping for nano businesses. He stressed the importance of keeping track of income and expenses, as well as the need for accurate and timely financial records.
He also highlighted the benefits of bookkeeping, including tax compliance, financial planning, and improved decision-making. It was clear that he was an expert on the topic, and his presentation was well-received by the attendees.
The highlight of the event was the brainstorming session between the Chairman and the grant recipients, where they discussed ideas and strategies for utilizing the grant funds. This was followed by the presentation of cheques to the recipients and the opening of bank accounts for them by staff of FCMB.
Various stakeholders from the local government were there to offer their support and words of encouragement to the beneficiaries.
By empowering individuals, we are empowering entire communities, and helping to create a more prosperous and livable orumba north and Anambra state at large.
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