CREATIVE ECONOMY PUSH: Enugu Trains Young Animators for Global Opportunities
ENUGU: Governor Mbah’s Innovation Drive Produces First Set of Globally Competitive Animators Enugu State has taken another bold step in positioning itself as a hub for innovation and the global creative economy, as the first cohort of the Enugu Magic Labs Animation Training Program (EMAT) successfully graduated after completing months of intensive training in digital animation and creative technology. The groundbreaking initiative, facilitated by the Enugu MSME & Startup Agency (Enugu SME Center) in partnership with Magic Lab Academy, is part of the broader vision of the Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, to build a future-ready workforce powered by digital skills and creativity. Over the past four months, the young participants underwent rigorous technical training covering 2D Illustration, 3D Motion Design, animation storytelling, and digital production. The programme was designed to equip the trainees with globally competitive skills required to thrive ...