UPCOMING TRAININGS:
Startup Science Tech Ideas Portal Launch — PH Edition   •   Business Finance & Investment Readiness Workshop   •   Digital Innovation Summit 2026

Powering Entrepreneurship & Innovation in the Niger Delta

The Entrepreneurship & Innovation Centre (E&I Centre Ltd) is a leading capacity-building and innovation hub in Port Harcourt — equipping individuals, startups, and organisations with the tools to thrive in a competitive economy.

500+
Trained Participants
20+
Partner Organisations
OGTAN
Registered Provider
TIIC
Innovation Consultants

Building the Next Generation of Innovators

Entrepreneurship & Innovation Centre (E&I Centre Ltd), is a professional Human Capital Development (HCD) and management consultancy company that provides business and training services for economic empowerment and employment generation through local entreprise development and business linkages.

We leverage innovation driven entrepreneurship and strategic partnership to achieve sustainable economic development and wealth creation.

Our Mandate

To create sustainable jobs in Nigeria through Local Enterprise Development and business linkages. We do this by serveing as a centre for entrepreneurial education, innovation support, and capacity development — driving economic growth in Rivers State and across Nigeria.

  • Registered Training Provider with OGTAN (Oil & Gas Trainers Association of Nigeria)
  • Official Consultant for the Tech Innovation Ideas Competition (TIIC)
  • Strategic partner for the Startup Science Tech Ideas Portal
  • Affiliated with Rivers State University for academic enrichment
  • Our core values are deeply rooted in our desire to develop human capital and creating sustainable jobs.
INTEGRITY RESPECT INNOVATION SERVICE EXCELLENCE

Companies & Organisations We've Partnered With

Trusted by industry leaders across oil & gas, technology, finance, and government sectors

Leadership

Meet Our Chief Executive Officer

Chika Chinwah - CEO

Chika Chinwah

Chief Executive Officer, E&I Centre Ltd

FIMC MBA CMC

Chika Chinwah

Fellow, Institute of Management Consultants (FIMC)  |  MBA  |  CMC

Chika Chinwah is a seasoned management consultant, entrepreneur, and innovation leader with extensive experience driving organisational transformation and capacity development across Nigeria's oil & gas, technology, and SME sectors.

As the CEO of the Entrepreneurship & Innovation Centre Ltd, he leads a dynamic team committed to unlocking entrepreneurial potential, fostering innovation ecosystems, and delivering impactful training programmes to individuals and corporate organisations alike.

His work bridges the gap between academia, industry, and government — making the E&I Centre a trusted hub for business development, startup incubation, and professional capacity building in Rivers State and beyond.

Fellow, IMC Nigeria

Recognised Fellow of the Institute of Management Consultants — demonstrating the highest professional standard in consulting.

TIIC Consultant

Appointed consultant for the Tech Innovation Ideas Competition, driving youth-led innovation across the Niger Delta.

OGTAN Registered Trainer

Certified training provider under the Oil & Gas Trainers Association of Nigeria — a mark of industry credibility.

Startup Science Partner

Strategic partnership with the Startup Science Tech Ideas Portal to scale early-stage ventures in the region.

What We Do

Events, Trainings & Programmes

Training Completed
January 2025

Entrepreneurship Masterclass for SMEs

A comprehensive two-day workshop empowering small and medium enterprises with practical business skills and growth strategies.

Innovation Completed
March 2025

Tech Innovation Ideas Competition (TIIC) — Consultancy

E&I Centre served as official consultant for the inaugural TIIC, facilitating youth-driven tech ideation across Rivers State.

Oil & Gas Completed
June 2025

OGTAN-Certified Local Content Training Programme

Industry-specific training designed to build local capacity in alignment with the Nigerian Content Act — delivered to 60+ participants.

Startup Completed
September 2025

Startup Science Tech Ideas Portal Launch — PH Edition

Partnership event to onboard Port Harcourt-based startups onto the Startup Science platform for funding and visibility.

Business Upcoming
April 2026

Business Finance & Investment Readiness Workshop

Equipping entrepreneurs with the financial literacy needed to attract investors and manage business growth sustainably.

Technology Upcoming
May 2026

Digital Innovation Summit — Port Harcourt 2026

A flagship annual summit bringing together tech leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs to shape the digital economy of the Niger Delta.

Our Achievements & Impact

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Let's Build Something Together

Whether you're looking to enrol in a training programme, explore a partnership, or learn more about the E&I Centre — we'd love to hear from you.

Our Location

No. 41 Mbonu Street, D-Line
Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria

Office Hours

Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

No. 41 Mbonu Street, D-Line
Port Harcourt, Rivers State

Located in the heart of Port Harcourt — easily accessible from major roads

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