The NESA Economic Discourse is an annual event that sees conversations as a way to solve economic issues. It is a setting that brings together professionals and top-level corporate executives to share with students and the general public, an integrated strategy that can help tackle the nation’s peculiar economic issues at individual levels. The solutions proffered are ones students can easily be a part of to have a relevant after-effect.

The theme, “Fostering Creativity, Innovations, and Productivity in an Emerging Green Economy”, takes center stage in Nigeria’s journey towards a sustainable future. This theme resonates powerfully as the nation strives to navigate towards an economy that is both environmentally conscious and economically prosperous.

At its core, the green economy offers a blueprint for a future where prosperity is synonymous with sustainability. Grounded in principles of sustainability, efficiency, and innovation, this framework presents a compelling vision for Nigeria’s economic evolution.

Central to this transition are three pivotal drivers: creativity, innovation, and productivity. Creativity paves the way for ingenious solutions that mitigate our adverse environmental impact. Innovation transforms these solutions into tangible realities, propelling us towards a greener marketplace. Productivity ensures optimal resource allocation, maximizing the impact of every endeavor.

The NESA Economic Discourse (NED) emerges as a cornerstone for these crucial conversations. It provides an invaluable platform for stakeholders to converge, deliberate, and strategize. As we navigate this path towards a green economy, the discourse not only raises awareness but also fosters the exchange of pragmatic insights and best practices, ultimately forging a more sustainable future for Nigeria.

NESA Economics Discourse Research Challenge 2023 Process and Prizes

The NED ’23 Research challenge is a competitive segment of the event and one of the most important segments of NED. It is an innovative competition that brings together some of the most ingenious students from various academic backgrounds, studying at the University of Lagos, Akoka. The Research Challenge theme is INNOVATIONS FOR SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTION IN AN EMERGING GREEN ECONOMY.

The essence of The NED research challenge is to incite students to develop a mentality and strategies for achieving progressive economic growth and development in Africa. It is a move that will exploit and utilize endowments hidden in the Nigerian scholar. Over the years, the NED Research Challenge has consistently proven to be a reliable platform for nurturing creative and innovative minds, whose ideas have served as solutions to some of the Nigerian economy’s identified gaps and challenges.

N.B: Students can apply from various departments, but must be current students of the University of Lagos.

Winner:

• Cash prize of N200,000 plus
• Skill Acquisition Scholarship
• Internship with top Industry experts
• Certificate of Participation

1st Runner Up:

• Cash prize of 100,000 naira
• Internship with top Industry experts
• Certificate of Participation

2nd Runner Up:

• Cash prize of 50,000 naira
• Certificate of Participation

We encourage students of the University of Lagos to take advantage of this Discourse as it is a great opportunity for learning and self-development.

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