Innoson Kiara Academy (IKR), today January 20th, 2021 commenced a three-day staff retreat at its Enugu Campus.

IKR is a technical and vocational institute established by an international consulting firm in partnership with Innoson group of companies.

In his opening remark Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Innoson Kaira Academy (IKR), Mr. Endi Ezengwa in his opening address, appreciated the staff for their commitment, team spirit, dedication, and sacrifices, assuring them that the future of the academy is bright.

Ezengwa commended National Business and Technical Examination Board (NABTEB), National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC), and National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) for the role they have played so far.

The IKR Boss who spoke extensively concentrated on factors such as human resources, equipment, environment, curriculum and delivery process, linkages with the industry, emphasized that competence is key in recruiting and grooming talents.

Speaking on the mission and vision of IKR, the CEO said the academy's delivery model is geared towards bridging the gap between educational institutions and industry.

"These Academy offers courses that are tailored around the production process and procedures of various factories within the Innoson group using a modern apprenticeship system.

'Our holistic delivery format offers a proven method for harnessing the latent energy inherent in our youth to produce a vibrant workforce that is financially active and useful to the nation in general and individual communities in particular

One of the facilitators Dr. Ebele Nwafor who spoke extensively on project management stated that projects can be very complex with undertakings that require a huge amount of effort. The includes initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and controlling, closing.

The retreat had participants from Abuja, Innoson Kiara Academy, Nnewi branch, led by Ifeanyi Okeke. Intercontinental College of Technology (ICT) Makurdi, led by Mr. Ben Dzwa and Kaira College (K.C) led by Mr. Okezie Ezeigbo outlined their challenges and suggestions.

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Innoson is tough. Pushing very ambitious projects in these messed up business environment. I call him the Elon Musk of Africa.