Gregory Ibe

Gregory Ikechukwu Ibe (born 10 December 1963) is a Nigerian industrialist, academic, and politician. He is the founder and Chancellor of Gregory University, Uturu, and the visionary behind Innov8 Hub, a focal point for innovation and startup incubation in Abuja.

Early life and education Ibe was born in Kaduna, Nigeria. He hails from Uturu in Abia State. He began his career as an entrepreneur before moving into academia. He holds a PhD in Management and has been a visiting professor at several institutions.

Career Academia and business Ibe is best known for establishing Gregory University in 2012, a private university in Abia State with a focus on practical skills and entrepreneurship. He also founded **Skill 'G' Nigeria Ltd**, a technology company that partners with the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) to upgrade science and engineering equipment in Nigerian universities.

In partnership with Israeli technology experts, he established Innov8 Hub in Abuja to facilitate venture creation and technology transfer for Nigerian researchers.

Politics Ibe is an active politician in Abia State. He was the governorship candidate for the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) in the 2023 Abia State gubernatorial election.