The Honourable Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade and Investment (MCCTI), Mrs Folashade Bada Ambrose, joined women leaders and entrepreneurs at the Pink Dew Soirée, a gathering designed to foster reflection, collaboration, and purposeful networking among women across sectors. The event, organised by Mrs Betty Irabor and held in Lagos, brought together professionals committed to driving social and economic impact.
Speaking at the event, the Commissioner described the gathering as a powerful reminder of what can be achieved when intention, connection, and community align. She noted that such platforms are vital for strengthening relationships among women in business and creating spaces where ideas, experiences, and opportunities can be shared meaningfully.
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Mrs Bada Ambrose emphasised that women continue to play a critical role in Nigeria’s economic development, particularly through SMEs, cooperatives, and innovation-driven enterprises. Platforms like the Pink Dew Soirée, she noted, help unlock collaboration opportunities that support business sustainability, job creation, and inclusive economic growth.
She further highlighted the importance of partnerships that empower women entrepreneurs to scale their ventures and contribute more effectively to national development. According to her, strengthening women-led businesses remains key to building resilient communities and a more inclusive economy that benefits society as a whole.
