The Institute of Entrepreneurship and Apprenticeship Management and Administration (IEAMA) successfully held its 2026 Membership Induction Ceremony on January 28, 2026, at the Paschal Bafyau Labour House, Central Business District, Abuja.
The event, organized in partnership with the Enterprise Grooming Institute Limited (EGIL), focused on strengthening the professionalism, ethics and structure of entrepreneurship and apprenticeship practice in Nigeria.
Theme of the Event
“Grooming a New Generation of Structured Entrepreneurs and Professional Apprentices for Sustainable National Development.”
The ceremony highlighted IEAMA’s commitment to developing highly skilled entrepreneurs and apprenticeship managers who are capable of contributing meaningfully to economic growth and national development.
Key Highlights
- Opening remarks were delivered by IEAMA leadership and special guests.
- A keynote presentation emphasized the need to move entrepreneurship from informal operations to a more organized, ethical and globally competitive practice.
- The Board conducted the induction of new Fellows, Doctorate Fellows, Senior Members, Full Members and Associates across various professional cadres.
- The event also reinforced the institute’s standards on business integrity, professional ethics, quality apprenticeship management, and enterprise sustainability.
Speaking at the ceremony, the Registrar, Dr. Jerry E. Ibeh, reaffirmed IEAMA’s vision to professionalize entrepreneurship and apprenticeship in Nigeria. He emphasized the importance of:
- Standardizing apprenticeship systems
- Promoting ethical business leadership
- Enhancing enterprise development skills
- Creating structured career pathways for entrepreneurs and managers
- Continuous professional development for all members
He noted that IEAMA will continue to equip members with the knowledge, tools, and certification they need to thrive in today’s competitive business environment.
A Step Toward National Growth
The induction ceremony marks another milestone in IEAMA’s dedication to shaping responsible, well-trained and future-ready entrepreneurs who can create jobs, support national development and uphold global best practices.
