Uzezi Ernest, founder and CEO of AccompliTech Ltd, made history as the only female Nigerian delegate at the China–UN-Habitat Seminar 2025, a prestigious international study program on sustainable urban development, organized by the International Cooperation Center (ICC) of the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), in partnership with UN-Habitat.
Selected alongside three other Nigerian professionals – Joseph Akinwoleola, Faithful Ojebiyi, Ayokunle Adebawo, Uzezi stood out for her contributions at the intersection of technology, youth empowerment, and urban innovation. Her participation highlighted both the growing influence of women in African tech and the urgent need for global collaboration in solving urban challenges in the Global South.
Tech-Driven Urban Development: Nigeria’s Case
As CEO of AccompliTech, a fast-growing edtech and digital capacity-building company, Uzezi presented Nigeria’s country report during the seminar, focusing on how technology can be used to solve pressing urban challenges in cities like Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt.
Her presentation explored:
The need for scalable digital skills programs to empower youth for urban innovation
The role of startups like AccompliTech in equipping underserved populations with tech skills for employability, entrepreneurship, and digital problem-solving
Smart city progress in Lagos through projects like Eko Atlantic.
Uzezi advocated for increased collaboration between governments, private sector innovators, and international organizations to accelerate tech-enabled urban solutions across Africa.
*Learning from China’s Smart Urban Models*
During the week-long seminar, delegates toured smart infrastructure projects and pilot housing zones in Beijing and Fuzhou. Highlights included:
A site visit to the Golden Power House Park, where industrialized prefabricated housing is being developed for fast, sustainable, and scalable urban accommodation.
Interactive briefings at the Chiba Urban Planning Exhibition Center, where AI-powered smart traffic systems, energy-efficient city layouts, and green mobility plans were showcased.
Observation of China’s tallest building under construction in Chiba, with robotics and artificial intelligence integrated into every phase of the construction process.
These experiences provided valuable insights into how technology can be applied at scale to urban housing, mobility, governance, and energy, all of which directly connect to AccompliTech’s mission of empowering African youth to solve real problems with tech.
*Empowering Women and the Next Generation*
Uzezi’s participation underscored not only her role as a tech entrepreneur but also as a trailblazer for women in innovation. Her presence and voice in high-level discussions on infrastructure, digital governance, and urban transformation inspired many, especially as the sole female Nigerian representative at the event.
In one of the seminar’s interactive sessions, she emphasized the importance of inclusive innovation ecosystems, where women and young people are empowered to co-create solutions for their communities.
*Global Recognition and Cultural Exchange*
As part of the cultural exchange experience, Uzezi was given a Chinese name: Aijun (爱军) — meaning “one who loves and protects.” This symbolic name reflected her passion for nurturing impact-driven youth development and her advocacy for a future-ready Africa.
Her contributions were warmly received by the organizers, including the Deputy Director of ICC, who hosted delegates with exceptional hospitality. Uzezi extended heartfelt gratitude on behalf of the Nigerian team and expressed strong interest in future collaborations between China and Nigeria on youth innovation, urban development, and tech transfer.
*About AccompliTech Ltd*
Founded by Uzezi Ernest, AccompliTech is an edtech company empowering individuals and communities across Africa with practical digital skills, especially in data analysis, product design, AI literacy, and tech entrepreneurship With a growing portfolio of training programs, school partnerships, and community outreach, AccompliTech is positioning the next generation of African talent to thrive in a digital-first world and to solve real urban challenges through technology.
*Looking Forward*
Uzezi returns from China with renewed vision, strengthened networks, and actionable insights for expanding AccompliTech’s impact especially in areas such as digital upskilling for youth, housing innovation, and urban tech entrepreneurship.
As Africa’s cities grow, leaders like Uzezi Ernest are shaping the future not just by building companies, but by reimagining how cities can work better for everyone.
