GREGORY UNIVERSITY IS TIME AFRICA MAGAZINE OUTSTANDING ENTREPRENEURAL UNIVERSITY OF 2021

A leading private university in Nigeria, Gregory University, Uturu has emerged winner of the 2021 Outstanding Entrepreneurial University of the year.

The university was given this honour at the 2nd annual “African Medal of Honour Awards” by TIME AFRICA MAGAZINE, which took place on November 1, 2021 at the Nigeria National Merit Awards House Abuja – Nigeria .

The University was recognised for exceptional teaching, research, student support, entrepreneurship, collaborations and outreach

Part of the boost for Gregory University in its entry was as a result of it’s focus and responsiveness to give every student entrepreneural skills before and upon graduation.

The judges extolled Gregory University as a “hugely deserving” winner. At a time when universities are too often on the back foot in public debates about value and relevance entrepreneuship, Gregory University stood out as a shining example of what a university should be: institutions of courage and action, uniquely placed to tackle the biggest issues facing Africa.

“the brilliance on display by the University, from the length and breadth of the country, is a reminder of the role that universities must, and will, play in guiding the way through excellent education in Africa.

In his response upon receiving the award, on behalf of the chancellor of the university Pro. Greg One, prof. Prof Magnus Onuoha said, “It is a great honour to receive the award for Outstanding Entrepreneurial University. This award is an important recognition of the dedication of our hard working staff in supporting entrepreneurship.“

“The award also highlights the role that the University is playing in supporting our economy. We are incredibly proud to be able to support so many undergraduates and graduates to startup new businesss and SMEs in our Africa,” he said.

The judges praised the University’s “excellent inclusive approach to enterprise and entrepreneurship”, saying it had demonstrated a strategic approach with students at the heart.

Meanwhile, Gregory University’s Entrepreneurship Centre is delivering practical entrepreneurship to students with its most successful year to date. Thanks to cutting-edge research, first-class teaching and effective partnerships, the centre’s programmes have supported more than 5,000 students to become entrepreneurs; created 6000 jobs to the entrepreneur coaches.