WACT– APM Terminals Nigeria has recently graduated additional 600 beneficiaries from the fourth and fifth cohorts of its WACTpreneur programme, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable community development and inclusive economic growth across its host communities.
The graduation ceremony brought together programme beneficiaries, community leaders from their host communities, Onne and Ogu, implementation partners, and WACT representatives to celebrate the successful completion of six months of intensive entrepreneurship training and mentorship.
Speaking at the event on behalf of the Managing Director, Jeethu Jose, WACT Senior People Business Partner, Chinelo Obienyem, congratulated the graduates for their dedication and perseverance and further encouraged the graduates to apply the knowledge gained to grow their enterprises and contribute to local economic development.
“Today, we are celebrating more than the graduation of 600 beneficiaries; we are celebrating determination, resilience, and the entrepreneurial spirit within our host communities. Through the WACTpreneur programme, participants have been equipped with practical skills to build sustainable businesses that can positively impact their families and communities,” Obienyem said.
“We are confident that the skills acquired through this programme will enable our graduates to create jobs, expand their businesses, and serve as role models for entrepreneurship within their communities. We acknowledge Dufy Global Enterprise for their role in delivering the training and mentorship ,” Obieneyem added.
According to the Onne Community Development Committee Chairman, Godfrey Maate, “This is not just an occasion but an epoch-making one. WACT has consistently demonstrated genuine commitment to our community, not only through infrastructure projects but by empowering our people with skills that promote self-reliance and economic growth.”
Speaking on WACT’s broader commitment, the Community Relations Manager, Justin Okwuofu reaffirmed the organisation’s long-term focus on sustainable impact.
“At WACT, our approach to community development is centered on empowerment and sustainability. Programmes like WACTPRENEUR are designed to equip people with skills that create lasting value, strengthen local economies, and improve quality of life in our host communities,” Okwuofu said.
He added that WACT plans to launch the 6th cohort of WACTPRENEUR by February 2026, continue its scholarship programme, maintain the solar energy systems at the Primary Health Care Centres, and develop a master plan for the community projects in its host communities.
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