As part of its efforts to combat brain drain and emigration of valuable human assets and talents from Nigeria, Britester Events and Projects Management has completed plans to launch maiden “Gold In Nigeria” project.
The project, which aimed at ensuring good and capable hands stay in Nigeria to develop the country, will create a supportive ecosystem to harness talents in Nigeria.
According to the Convener of the Project, Adeoluwa Bamigboye, while speaking with journalists on Wednesday, emigration known as ‘japa syndrome’ is denying Nigeria service of capable hands and it must be addressed now before it gets worse.
Bamigboye said, “Emigration has been a long pressing issue in Nigeria with many of the country’s brightest minds seeking opportunities abroad. Gold In Nigeria seeks to address this pressing need by creating a supportive ecosystem that encourages talented individuals, motivates and gives national recognition to them all in a bid to continue to contribute meaningfully to the nation’s development.
“The initiative will provide access to mentorship programs, collaborative opportunities, investment and funding alongside industry specific training and development.
“Gold In Nigeria is a call to action for the nation’s youth” says Bamigboye.
“We believe strongly that by empowering them to take charge of their careers and providing the necessary resources and support, we can reverse and reduce the trend of emigration and build a brighter future for Nigeria.
No fewer than 141,000 Nigerians relocated to the United Kingdom between June 2022 and July 2023, according to a figure published by the UK authority.
Nomination starts on August 20 and ends on September 20, 2024.
Interested individuals can visit https://www.goldinnigeria.com to nominate.
