The meeting revolved around the intricacies of entrepreneurship education delivery in Nigeria, delving into both the challenges and opportunities. Dr. Adejumo presented a comprehensive approach to entrepreneurship education, placing significant emphasis on the value of soft skills and a well-rounded educational approach. She introduced a field experiment model aimed at enhancing the quality of education in public secondary schools. This model involves introducing clubs into these schools and providing training to teachers on soft skills. The ultimate goal is to improve students’ attendance, enhance their emotional intelligence, and foster better mental health.

Adejumo also stressed the importance of strengthening the relationship between secondary schools and universities and the industry. Her presentation garnered positive feedback, with attendees recognizing the pivotal role of soft skills in retaining students’ interest in entrepreneurship.

The meeting also addressed the challenge of discouraging importation in Nigeria and promoting the development of local skills. Adejumo proposed two key strategies: reducing the allure of foreign goods and fostering skills for local production. She also introduced the concept of the Public-Private Partnership for Progress, which involves a collaboration between the public and private sectors to work on purposeful initiatives. Adejumo believes that Nigeria can harness the opportunities within its economic landscape to its advantage and foster economic growth.

The gathering underlined the significance of soft skills in the context of entrepreneurship and explored how secondary schools can support students in recognizing and nurturing these skills. Adejumo suggested that teachers can serve as role models and help students align their skills with the most suitable sectors. The ongoing study aspires to provide recommendations for the secondary school system to assist students in comprehending their soft skills and making informed choices about sectors that align with their abilities. Finally, the meeting delved into the methodology of the ongoing randomized control trial for the entrepreneurship club study. This methodology entails selecting SS2 students from 15 treated schools and comparing them with their counterparts from 15 control schools. The presentation concluded with expressions of gratitude to the presenter and the organizers, along with an invitation to the next series of presentations