After weeks of intense competition, Chioma Ukpabi, a 28-year-old founder of an edtech venture, emerged victorious in the Fund It Forward Series II, taking home the grand prize of N30 million.
She triumphed over three other finalists in a contest marked by resilience, hard work, and dedication.
Ukpabi’s initiative, Skill Up With Kahdsole, SUWK, has positively impacted over 2,800 young people by equipping them with practical skills in trades such as carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work.
Through SUWK’s placement platform, more than 900 of these individuals have secured jobs.
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Following her win, Ukpabi will now join the ranks of season 1 winner Valentine Okoli, continuing the mission to transform society, one person at a time.
“On behalf of Zemmy Momoh, Channels, and all the judges and consultants, the winner of the 2024 Fund It Forward Series II is Skill Up With Kahdsole!” announced Diana Nwakamma, one of the judges, to a cheering audience of industry leaders, business executives, and dignitaries.
The event, co-hosted by Mojibade Sosanya and Channels Television’s Kayode Okikiolu, also celebrated other finalists.
Israel Kehinde, the 24-year-old founder of LockBook Limited, secured the 1st runner-up position, winning N15 million, while Amidu Mohammed, founder of PlastiBuild Creative Solutions Limited, earned N10 million as the 2nd runner-up.
“I am an extremely emotional person, and I want to say thank you to Fund It Forward—not just for the money but for giving social entrepreneurs like me and 11 others the opportunity to create impact and make a profit,” Ukpabi expressed tearfully, acknowledging the efforts of the judges and mentors.
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