“The South East Vision 2050 Regional Stakeholders Forum represents a decisive step toward building a shared economic future for the region—one anchored on visionary planning, institutional collaboration, and actionable development strategies.”
The South East Development Commission (SEDC) has officially launched the South East Vision 2050 Regional Stakeholders Forum, a four-day summit aimed at crafting a strategic roadmap to transform the South East into a $1 trillion economy within the next decade.
The forum, which commenced on February 3, 2026, is taking place at the Enugu International Conference Centre and has drawn political leaders, economic experts, industrialists, and civil society stakeholders from across the region.
The summit is themed “Charting a Shared Path to Sustainable Prosperity for the South East.” Designed as a national workshop and seminar running until February 6, 2026, it seeks to harmonize the economic roles of the five South East states—Abia, Anambra, Ebonyi, Enugu, and Imo—toward a coordinated, inclusive, and results-driven development strategy.
Leading the Imo State delegation is Okenze Dr. S. I. Obinna, a prominent industrialist and regional development advocate. Dr. Obinna is spearheading the Imo LGA SEDC Ambassadors and State Executive Committees, a role observers say significantly enhances Imo State’s visibility and strategic relevance within the Vision 2050 framework.
A major contributor to the forum is Dr. Cliff Odgede, a seasoned Nigerian administrator and international businessman, who currently serves as Executive Director for Natural Resources, Agriculture, and Rural Development at SEDC. His participation is central to discussions on leveraging the South East’s natural resources, agricultural potential, and human capital to drive sustainable economic growth.
The importance of the forum is underscored by the calibre of its participants. Vice President Kashim Shettima, the five South East governors, and over 250 representatives from federal agencies are in attendance, reflecting strong federal backing for the region’s long-term economic aspirations.
The South East Vision 2050 Regional Stakeholders Forum represents a decisive step toward building a shared economic future for the region—one anchored on visionary planning, institutional collaboration, and actionable development strategies. By convening top leadership and critical stakeholders, the SEDC is positioning the South East as a potential model for coordinated regional economic advancement in Nigeria.
✒️ By Noel Chiagorom — The Nation’s Eyes Newspaper
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