HI, I'M
ARINZE CHILO-OFFIAH
Purpose isn’t just what I do. It’s how I show up every day —with heart, strategy, and a belief that every young Nigerian deserves a shot at greatness.
I believe that public service should be bold, people-first, and data-driven.
Every initiative I lead is rooted in one purpose: to empower people, build systems that work, and position Enugu and Nigeria for the future.
I am a strategic leader, digital transformation expert, and policy innovator with over 14 years of cross-sector experience spanning public administration, investment banking, energy, and SME development.
Currently serving as the Special Adviser to the Governor of Enugu State on Digital Economy & MSMEs and Director General of the Enugu SME Center, i have pioneered some of Nigeria’s most impactful job creation and human capital development programs, earning a recognition as one of the most forward-thinking public servants in Africa’s innovation space.
My Full Story
2024 - NowChampioning a data-driven, innovation-forward future for young Nigerians.
Currently the Special Adviser to the Executive Governor Of Enugu State on Digital Economy & MSMEs.2019–PresentArchitect of Enugu’s digital skills and innovation ecosystem, creator of HCDL®, and a lead figure in state-led human capital policy.
Special Adviser to the Governor Of Enugu State on SME Development & DG of Enugu SME Center2014–2019 Transformed Anambra’s MSME landscape as Executive Director, ASBA. 2019–Present: Architect of Enugu’s digital skills and innovation ecosystem, creator of HC
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Mauris eu massa orci.2009–2013Built a foundation in investment banking and finance (Afrinvest, Vetiva Capital, Fidelity Bank).
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My Areas of Focus
Digital Economy & Innovation Policy
Startup Financing & Structural Development
Human Capital Development
Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)
Investment Strategy & Infrastructure Financing
Individuals trained through Enugu Skill Acquisition Masterclass Programs
Jobs created through the Human Capital Development Loan® (HCDL)
Disbursed in zero-interest HCDL loans (85% recovery rate)
MSME Growth & Access to Capital
Enugu– Bank of Industry Matching Fund for SME finance
Recovered in under 90 days from MSME debt portfolios previously dormant
MSMEs supported through alternative digital lending partnerships (Carbon, VBank, Lidya, etc.)
Policy & Innovation Infrastructure
Enugu– Bank of Industry Matching Fund for SME finance
Recovered in under 90 days from MSME debt portfolios previously dormant
MSMEs supported through alternative digital lending partnerships (Carbon, VBank, Lidya, etc.)
Legacy in Two States
In SME and youth-focused funding initiatives implemented across Anambra & Enugu
Jobs created via multi-sector interventions (transport, agro, tech, retail)
