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Abia Leadership Academy Unveils 2026 Youth Bootcamp, Partners Pan-Atlantic University EDC
Abia Leadership Academy Unveils 2026 Youth Bootcamp, Partners Pan-Atlantic University EDC
The Abia State Leadership Academy (ASLA) has unveiled its 2026 Youth Leadership Bootcamp announcing that it will officially commence on Saturday, August 1, 2026.
The Abia State Leadership Academy is a strategic leadership development institute of the Government of Abia state, which serves as a centre of excellence for leadership training, public policy education, and institutional capacity building, with a vision to raise a new generation of transformational leaders.
This announcement for the bootcamp was contained In a statement released recently by the President of the Academy and former Secretary to the Abia State Government, Prof. Kenneth Kalu.
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The release directed applicants who participated in the entrance examination held on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at the Michael Okpara University of Agriculture (MOUAU) CBT Centre, and who achieved a score of 50% or above, to visit the official portal: https://leadershipacademy.abiastate.gov.ng for necessary action.
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“Successful candidates should sign in to their accounts to download their formal admission letters and comprehensive orientation documents.
“Candidates are urged to pay close attention to the specific resumption dates for their respective cohorts and other critical logistical information” the statement noted.
The release informs that the 2026 Bootcamp will be co-facilitated by senior faculty from the EDC and ASLA, adding that the intensive residential programme would culminate in a grand graduation ceremony for the new fellows on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at the International Conference Centre (ICC), Umuahia.
Meanwhile, the Abia State Leadership Academy (ASLA) has announced a landmark strategic partnership with the Enterprise Development Centre (EDC) of Pan-Atlantic University, Lagos.
According to the President, Prof. Kenneth Kalu, “This collaboration marks a significant milestone in the Academy’s mission to establish itself as a foremost institution for raising ethical, innovative, and transformational leaders”.
Prof. Kalu revealed that the partnership will see ASLA and the EDC collaborate across the entire value chain of leadership development, “including curriculum design, pedagogical delivery, expert facilitation, and joint certification for the Academy’s diverse portfolio of programmes.
Established as a special initiative of the Governor Alex Otti Administration, ASLA is dedicated to instilling the ideals of service, civic responsibility, and excellence among young people, public officials, and entrepreneurs.
“Following the resounding success of the 2025 inaugural bootcamp, which empowered 1,000 young leaders, the Academy is now scaling its impact through this global-standard partnership.
“The EDC, established in 2003, brings a formidable global pedigree to this alliance. Having worked with reputable international organizations such as the World Bank, Goldman Sachs Foundation, MasterCard Foundation, and KPMG, the EDC is renowned for delivering high-impact training that empowers individuals to innovate and lead with purpose.
“By aligning with the EDC, we are ensuring that our participants receive world-class mentorship and training. This partnership will further enrich our offerings, enabling our alumni to lead with the courage, integrity, and service-orientation required to drive long-term sustainable development in Abia State and beyond.” Prof. Kalu stated.
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