By Ezra Ukanwa

In a remarkable move towards fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in Anambra State, Governor Charles Soludo has announced his sponsorship of an Anambra-based startup, Foris Labs Team to the Silicon Valley to participate in the TechCrunch Startup Battlefield in California, United States of America.


This was contained in a statement, Thursday, signed by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Innovation and Business Incubation, Chinwe Okoli, in Abuja.


The statement revealed that the governor’s move showcased his commitment to transforming Anambra State into a startup destination, and supporting startups, digital tribes, and smart SMEs.

Foris Labs, founded by John Onuigbo, is an innovative startup dedicated to transforming the way students engage with science.

It is aimed at developing cutting-edge products that simulate real-life science laboratory environments, allowing students to conduct experiments virtually using mobile devices or desktop computers.

The startup was selected among the top startups to participate in the highly competitive ‘TechCrunch Startup Battlefield 200’ as one of the top 200 startups from around the globe to exhibit in the event held recently in San Francisco, California.

Governor Soludo’s administration is deliberate about building the Solution Innovation District which will become the Silicon Valley of Africa and see to the emergence of startups, digital tribe, and smart SMEs.

“He takes pride in promoting great ideas, products, and services out of Anambra State. He has continuously demonstrated his support to startups as well as building the innovation ecosystem and enabling environment required for startups to thrive in the State”, the statement partly reads.

The founder, Foris Labs, John Onuigbo, expressed his heartwarming appreciation to Mr. Governor for the privilege of witnessing his commitment to encouraging and fostering growth and innovation in the Anambra tech sector.


“It’s heartening to witness Mr. Governor’s dedication to fostering innovation and nurturing the growth of Anambra’s thriving tech ecosystem. His commitment to propelling local talent onto the global stage is truly commendable.


“Representing Anambra at the TC Startup Battlefield has been an exceptional experience, and it’s evidence of the incredible strides we are making in the world of technology and innovation…I am inspired by the opportunities that Anambra State is creating for young entrepreneurs and innovators, and I look forward to contributing further to this collective success”, he said.

Also speaking, the governor’s SA on Innovation and Business Incubation, Chinwe Okoli, said: “Mr Governor’s sponsorship of Foris Labs Team further demonstrates his commitment to fostering technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship in the State through the Solution Innovation District.

“In Anambra, we are inspiring new ideas, incubating startups, grooming the digital tribe, and creating the enabling startup law for a comprehensive innovation ecosystem so that the people of Anambra State can compete globally and create jobs locally. By sponsoring this promising startup-Foris Labs, Mr Governor contributes to the broader advancement of science education in Nigeria and beyond and has also given hope to startup builders in the State, thus inspiring the emergence of new ideas.

“The inclusion of Foris Labs in the Startup Battlefield is a testament to the innovative spirit and potential for global impact inherent in Anambra startups. This achievement showcases the remarkable strides being made in promoting technology, innovation and education within the state and emphasizes the mantra “Everything Technology, Technology Everywhere''.
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Hmmm good one

Good development...supporting youths whom are tech savvy in achieving their goals of reaching to the top,is highly commendable. Anambra to the world.

Soludo is trying but anambarians dislike him because he told Obi the truth.

EreluRoz:
Soludo is trying but anambarians dislike him because he told Obi the truth.

how did he tell Obi d truth?....u guys r just dumb

Chikel20000:
how did he tell Obi d truth?....u guys r just dumb

Must you respond to every dick and harry...there are people you ignore before others assume you to be in thesame world of insanity with them.

Every developed country has research and manufacturing as its base. But here in Nigeria, we wait for them to do research and discovery and manufacturing and then pack scarce millions and billions of dollars yearly to go and buy the products from them.

Anambra Amaka

AustineE1:

Must you respond to every dick and harry...there are people you ignore before others assume you to be in thesame world of insanity with them.

Exactly.