The 2025 National MSME Conference pitch-competition winners posed proudly with Charles Odii, the DG/CEO of SMEDAN, and the panel of judges, marking one of the highlight moments of the event.
Charles Odii, who leads the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN), has been a transformational force since his appointment.
Under his leadership, SMEDAN has launched major initiatives to support MSMEs, including a 5-billion-naira single-digit rate loan partnership with Sterling Bank.
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At the 2025 pitch competition, the winners not only received cash grants but also gained invaluable exposure, networking opportunities, and access to mentorship — all critical assets for scaling their businesses. According to SMEDAN, this competition is part of their broader “GROW Nigerian” strategy to build a future of innovation, resilience, and prosperity for SMEs.
The image of the winners flanking Odii and the judges is symbolic: it reflects SMEDAN’s commitment to elevating grassroots entrepreneurs, fostering real business growth, and bridging the gap between big policy platforms and on-the-ground innovators.
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