The University of Maiduguri business management class of 1997 recently held its first reunion in Abuja, marking a significant milestone for the group. During the reunion, members emphasized the need to support young entrepreneurs and provide them with the necessary resources to contribute to microeconomic growth. This initiative aims to eliminate devices that fall below acceptable moral and legal standards. The class of 97 also agreed to form an investment committee to help the forum pursue its goals.
The reunion, which took place on October 3, 2026, brought together former students who have since developed in their individual capacities and areas of interest. Former deputy speaker of the House of Representatives, Honourable Babangida Nguroje, was in attendance and encouraged his coursemates to deploy their professional strength to strengthen the nation’s economy. He also urged them to give back to their university and groom upcoming entrepreneurs through training and opportunities for growth.
Honourable Nguroje emphasized the need to boost Nigeria's micro economy through investments that create jobs for the teeming youths and grow the country’s domestic growth. He expressed his honour in being part of the reunion and noted that it was a rare opportunity for all of them to be united again after several years. The former deputy speaker also highlighted the importance of this union, which comes at a time when the country needs their expertise in figures, data, and research.
One of the organizers of the reunion, Mrs. Julianna Aiwerioghene, stated that the class of 97 will take seriously the issues of empowerment. As managers, they will be interested in grooming younger business owners to gain their full potentials. The group plans to harness the capabilities of young entrepreneurs and help them build themselves through trainings and other forms of support.
The class of 97 aims to see a productive generation for the younger ones and will subsequently look at helping each other and continually looking at how they will remain united and grow together. Progress is what they take seriously, and they will also not forget their university in the process. The reunion has set the stage for future gatherings, with plans to make the event an annual occurrence.
The investment committee formed during the reunion will play a crucial role in helping the forum pursue its goals ahead of its proposed 30th anniversary in 2027. This committee will help the group to identify areas where they can assist their university, particularly their department. By working together, the class of 97 aims to make a positive impact on their alma mater and the broader community.
The reunion has provided a platform for the class of 97 to reconnect and reflect on their journey since graduating from the University of Maiduguri. As they move forward, they are committed to making a meaningful contribution to the country's economic growth and development. The group’s initiative to support young entrepreneurs is expected to have a positive impact on Nigeria's economy and society.
Key points
- The University of Maiduguri business management class of 1997 has agreed to form an investment committee to support young entrepreneurs and pursue its goals.
- The reunion aims to make a positive impact on Nigeria's economy and society by supporting young entrepreneurs and providing them with necessary resources.
- The class of 97 plans to make the reunion an annual occurrence to continually look at how they will remain united and grow together.
