ANAMBRA STATE GOVERNMENT PASSES IGBO APPRENTICESHIP SYSTEM (IGBA-BOI) INTO LAW.
The Anambra State House of Assembly has passed the Igbo Apprenticeship Bill, also known as the (Igba Boi) Bill, officially recognizing and regulating the traditional Igbo business mentorship system. The law, which takes effect on September 10, 2025, aims to strengthen entrepreneurship, create jobs, and drive economic growth in the state.
Sponsored by Sir Ejike Okechukwu, the bill provides a legal framework that protects apprentices, sets minimum training standards, and outlines the rights and responsibilities of both mentors and trainees to ensure fairness and accountability. It requires apprentices to have a basic education before enrollment and limits the training period to a maximum of seven years.
The legislation also establishes the Anambra State Igbo Apprenticeship Commission, a body tasked with registering apprentices, supervising training, and resolving disputes.
This move is expected to modernize the Igba Boi system while preserving its cultural value and economic importance.
The Government of Anambra State has officially enacted the Igbo Apprenticeship System (Igba Boi) Law, with implementation set to begin on September 10, 2025.
Key Provisions:
Minimum Education Requirement: All apprentices must complete Junior Secondary School 3 (JSS3) before qualifying.
Apprenticeship Duration: The approved training period is seven (7) years.
Government Oversight: A State Commission will be established to regulate, monitor, and enforce compliance with the scheme.
Why This Matters:
– Protects apprentices’ rights and welfare
– Standardizes mentorship and settlement processes
– Preserves and modernizes Igbo entrepreneurial heritage
– Empowers Anambra youth with both education and practical business skills
This historic legislation secures the future of the world’s most successful business incubation model by giving it the force of law.
Anambra State has become the first Igbo state to officially enact the Igbo Apprenticeship into law.
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