By Aderogba George
The University of Lagos came alive as Versity Capital engaged students during the Femi Gbajabiamila Hall Week to prepare them for leadership and innovation.
Versity Capital, founded by talent strategist and investor, Mr Seun Johnson, works to bridge “the often-ignored gap between academic learning and real-world earning” for African undergraduates.
In a statement made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Friday, Johnson said the programme was designed to raise students’ value systems, improve financial literacy, and inspire self-reliance before graduation.
“We’re here to raise the value system, sharpen financial literacy, and inspire self-reliance before graduation.
“With funding, mentorship, and access to networks, Versity Capital is equipping undergraduates to compete globally while solving problems locally, ” he said.
The week’s flagship Career Day provided undergraduates with high-value interactions with industry leaders, including Aramide Balogun of Microsoft and Bukola Reis of Molaran & Reis Consultancy.
Another highlight was Pitch Your Hustle, where six student entrepreneurs presented their business ideas before a live audience.
Darah Pizza & Edibles emerged winner, securing N350,000 in seed funding and three months of free internet access.
Beyond career development, Versity Capital also celebrated culture and talent by sponsoring the Hall’s House of Assembly pageant.
The crowned President and First Lady each received N150,000 as part of the awards.
Johnson said the initiative was not an act of charity but a deliberate strategy to empower young Africans to create sustainable solutions within their communities while positioning themselves for global opportunities.
“Our mission is clear, plant the seeds for an economic renaissance, one student, one idea, one opportunity at a time”.
He encouraged undergraduates nationwide to join Versity Capital’s growing digital community via @VersityCapital on social media and its upcoming website, www.versitycapital.com. (NAN)
Edited by Tosin Kolade
