The Anambra State House of Assembly has passed the Igbo Apprenticeship Bill, popularly known as the Igba Boi Bill, into law.
The bill, which will take effect on September 10, 2025, is expected to boost entrepreneurship, create employment opportunities, and enhance economic development across the state.
With the passage of the bill, the Igbo business mentorship system will be officially recognized and regulated the system.
Sir Ejike Okechukwu, who sponsored the bill, said the legislation will provide a legal framework to guide the apprenticeship system, ensuring that apprentices receive fair treatment while establishing minimum standards for training.
According to Okechukwu, the provision is designed to modernize the Igba Boi system while preserving its cultural essence and economic significance.
Under the new law, every apprentice is required to have a basic education before being enrolled, and the training period must not exceed seven years.
It also defines the rights and responsibilities of both mentors and apprentices to promote fairness, accountability, and mutual respect.
A major highlight of the legislation is the creation of the Anambra State Igbo Apprenticeship Commission, a regulatory body that will be responsible for registering apprentices, overseeing training activities, and resolving disputes between mentors and trainees.
Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Somtochukwu Udeze, who presided over the session, commended the sponsor and applauded the Joint Committees on Trade, Commerce and Industry, as well as Judiciary and Justice, for their role in fine-tuning the legislation.
He described the law as a landmark achievement that will protect young apprentices, support business mentors, and ultimately strengthen Anambra’s economy.
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