By Eberechi Obinagwam
Women in Management, Business and Public Service (WIMBIZ) continues to champion broad female leadership representation and inclusive economic growth in Nigeria and across the African continent.
Women in Management, Business and Public Service (WIMBIZ), has partnered with Nigerian High Commission in the UK to Expand Trade Opportunities for Women-Led Enterprises
The move is to champion broad female leadership representation and inclusive economic growth in Nigeria and across the African continent.
As part of the lead-up to the second edition of its annual London Conference, WIMBIZ officials made a courtesy visit to the Nigerian High Commission in the United Kingdom.
The delegation, were headed by Bisi Adeyemi, Chairman of the Board of Trustees, included distinguished members such as Bola Adesola, Co-Founder; Aishah Ahmad, Trustee; Omowunmi Akingbohungbe, Executive Director; Rabi Isma, Chair of the London Conference Planning Group; Caroline Popoola, Vice Chair of the London Conference Planning Group, among others.
During the visit, WIMBIZ underscored the importance of women’s leadership and economic inclusion as a key driver for sustainable growth. The organization expressed its intent to partner with the Commission in promoting female leadership and facilitating market access and trade opportunities between Nigeria and the UK.
Bisi Adeyemi emphasized the organization’s commitment to highlighting Nigerian entrepreneurs and working closely with the High Commission through its various export support initiatives.
She remarked, “Our robust network of female-led businesses across various sectors is strategically positioned to capitalize on international trade opportunities between Nigeria and the UK to foster prosperity in both nations.” She further advocated for increased representation of women on international corporate boards, stating, “We have a substantial pool of qualified and board-ready women for organizations looking to diversify their governance teams.”
The Nigerian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, represented by its Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Bello Jaye, voiced his support for women’s inclusion. He stated, “The Nigerian High Commission is committed to supporting Nigerians and promoting beneficial programs. We are eager to facilitate investments and trade between Nigeria and the United Kingdom and are open to collaborating with your organization and its members.”
Bello Jaye praised WIMBIZ for its two-decade-long dedication to advancing women’s issues. He highlighted the High Commission’s keen interest in collaborating with WIMBIZ, including hosting a sensitization forum for WIMBIZ associates.
This forum aims to increase awareness of recent UK trade initiatives and explore strategies for expanding their businesses internationally.
