By: Abdul Razack Gbla
Alhaji Dauda Bangura, CEO of Owl Newspaper and esteemed lecturer at the Institute of Public Administration and Management (IPAM), has on the 15th of July 2024 been hosted by the Entrepreneurship Centre of the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), LSE. The visit aimed to bolster the relationship between IPAM and LSE Generate, facilitating a collaborative effort to enhance entrepreneurship and innovation.
During his visit, the Owl CEO and Lecturer engaged in comprehensive discussions with the LSE team, exploring the web of running a successful university-based incubator. LSE, recognized as the top in-house incubator at a British university and ranked 6th in Europe, provided valuable insights into creating a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem.
“This visit has not only opened our eyes at the IPAM Centre of Excellence in Entrepreneurship and Innovation (CEEI) but also expanded my knowledge on how IPAM CEEI can become the premier entrepreneurship innovation hub in West Africa,” Mr Dauda stated. “The strategies and models employed by LSE Generate are exemplary, and we aim to adapt and implement similar approaches to drive entrepreneurial growth and innovation at IPAM.”
His visit showcased IPAM’s readiness to lead the way in entrepreneurship and innovation. By leveraging the expertise and success of renowned institutions like LSE, IPAM CEEI aspires to elevate its status as a hub for entrepreneurial excellence in the region.
IPAM aspires to provide advanced entrepreneurship education and support, offering budding entrepreneurs in West Africa unparalleled opportunities for growth and success. IPAM continues to forge ahead with its vision toward realizing its goal of becoming a leading center for entrepreneurship and innovation in West Africa.
The IPAM Centre of Excellence in Entrepreneurship and Innovation (CEEI) is dedicated to developing a culture of entrepreneurship and innovation within the university and the wider student community. Through various programs, workshops, and initiatives, CEEI aims to nurture entrepreneurial talent and provide the necessary resources and support for successful ventures.
