Tech Founders PassyXchange, OptimaTrade+ & The CEO App to Inspire Student Entrepreneurs at SESEI Conference 2025

By Emmanuel Anabueze

In a time when the digital economy is shaping global industries, three emerging tech entrepreneurs—Offor Paschal Chineme (Founder, PassyXchange), Jude Obeche (CEO/Founder, OptimaTrade+), and Umenwofor Somto Michael (Founder, The CEO App)—are set to inspire the next generation of innovators as they take the stage at the SESEI Conference 2025, scheduled for Saturday, June 28, 2025, at the ASUU Secretariat, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State.

Their panel session, themed “From Classroom to Startup: Navigating Challenges and Staying Focused as Student Entrepreneurs in Tech,” will explore the unique realities of building tech-driven businesses as students in Nigeria. With stories rooted in determination, ingenuity, and resilience, these speakers will walk attendees through their entrepreneurial journeys—from humble beginnings in the classroom to building digital platforms that are now gaining traction in the real world.

This thought-provoking discussion will cover:
• The first steps to launching a startup while in school
• Managing academic pressure and entrepreneurial passion
• Common pitfalls and how to overcome them
• Staying focused and committed in the face of uncertainty
• Leveraging digital tools and platforms for growth

The panel promises to be a roadmap for young innovators who dream of building tech solutions that solve real problems—even before graduation.

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About SESEI Conference 2025

Now in its latest edition, the South East Students Entrepreneurship and Innovation (SESEI) Conference is a premier student-centered gathering designed to ignite enterprise, innovation, and leadership among Nigerian youths. With the 2025 theme:
“Igniting Enterprise, Innovation & Leadership in the Next Generation,”
the event seeks to empower students, early-stage entrepreneurs, and future leaders through keynote sessions, expert panels, networking opportunities, and direct access to mentors and support organizations.

Organized by Newsland Integrated Media Services, and hosted in collaboration with the Office of the Financial Secretary, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, SESEI 2025 will provide:
• 🔹 A ₦2 million empowerment grant opportunity for selected student entrepreneurs
• 🔹 Access to a rich network of business mentors, innovators, and investors
• 🔹 Exposure to practical entrepreneurial experiences and emerging market trends
• 🔹 A platform for personal brand growth and partnership development
• 🔹 Marketplace access to showcase and promote student-led products and services

From keynote addresses by national thought leaders to panel discussions like the Tech & Digital Innovation Trailblazers, SESEI Conference is not just an event—it’s a movement designed to redefine how young people engage with innovation, enterprise, and leadership in Nigeria.

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Whether you’re a tech enthusiast, a budding founder, or a student simply looking to find direction in today’s fast-paced world, this conference offers the tools, connections, and inspiration you need to take your next big leap.

SESEI Conference 2025

📍 Venue: ASUU Secretariat, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
📅 Date: Saturday, June 28, 2025
🕘 Registration Opens: 9:00 AM
🕚 Event Starts: 11:00 AM

Secure your spot now and be part of a new generation shaping Africa’s future through innovation and leadership.