At the 23rd Annual Women in Management, Business, and Public Service (WIMBIZ) Conference in Lagos, a pastry chef and entrepreneur, Achiv Ngusurun, received a 1 million naira grant for her innovative business approach.
Ngusurun excelled in a competitive pitch session that showcased ventures from female entrepreneurs across various industries, with her business proposal standing out for its economic potential and social impact.
Ngusurun expressed gratitude for the grant, which she noted would be instrumental in expanding her business, underscoring the importance of financial and community support for women-led ventures.
As Nigeria’s economy faces ongoing challenges, programs like the WIMBIZ pitch competition are playing a role in spotlighting and empowering women entrepreneurs who are contributing to economic resilience and growth.
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The Lagos conference served as a networking and development platform, with attendees gaining insights from industry leaders and engaging in discussions around advancing women’s roles in business. WIMBIZ organizers noted that fostering connections among female professionals and supporting emerging entrepreneurs remain core to their mission of creating pathways for women’s success in the professional landscape.
Such initiatives reflect a growing focus on economic inclusion and highlight the significant role that female entrepreneurs play in local and national economies, especially in sectors that directly benefit communities.
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