Two female entrepreneurs have been given funding support by the Nigerian Bottling Company (NBC) Limited as part of its commitment to women’s leadership and inclusion.
The leading consumer packaged goods firm gave out the grants at the 24th Annual Conference of the Women in Management, Business, and Public Service (WIMBIZ) held on November 6 and 7, 2025, in Lagos.
The beneficiaries of the WIMBIZ Entrepreneurship Masterclass N1 million grant were Toyibah Shehu Mohammed of FarhM’s Food and Sauce Global Limited and Helen Gabriel of Ogy’s Cakes.
Both recipients were recognised for their potential to create economic impact through their resilience, creativity, and drive. In their remarks, they expressed gratitude to NBC for its ongoing support and for providing a platform that helps women scale their businesses.
Presenting the grant, NBC’s People & Culture Director, Ms Jolomi Fawehinmi, restated the company’s belief in the transformative power of female entrepreneurship.
“At NBC, we believe that women-led businesses contribute immensely to the economy, and when that happens, communities also thrive. To every woman who participated in the Entrepreneurship Masterclass, you have already demonstrated your commitment to growth, excellence, and impact,” she said.
At event themed Own. Walk. Nurture, NBC’s Director of Corporate Affairs and Sustainability, Ms Oluwasoromidayo George joined other notable women leaders on a panel session titled Leading from the Inside Out: Balancing Ambition, Vulnerability and Purpose.”
Drawing on her background in corporate leadership and sustainability, Ms George stressed the need to be intentional, strategic, and authentic throughout one’s career journey, noting that today’s workplaces must evolve to support people through both personal and professional challenges, giving them room to grow and deliver meaningful contributions.
She also highlighted that authenticity, emotional intelligence, and vulnerability are not just soft skills but powerful qualities that help women build influence and maintain trust within their organisations.
“When we talk about vulnerability, I would equate it to being open and confident at work; it draws connection and trust, especially when you engage with people of power and influence.
“Be authentic, stay true to yourself, and align your values wherever you find yourself. Be kind to yourself and to others. As a woman, you have to show up, and you have to show up good,” she said.