WIM Leaders Advocate for Economic Empowerment of Women

At a press conference in Lagos, Jonathan Eze, Founder and Chairperson of Women in Management, Dr. Sulochana Segera, and Dr. Ngozi Oyewole, Chairperson of Women in Management Africa, advocated for enhanced economic opportunities for Nigerian and African women. This call was made in anticipation of the inaugural African edition of the WIM Global Economic Forum, themed “The Power Shift: Women Driving Africa’s Global Economic Influence,” scheduled for November 10–11, 2026, at the Federal Palace Hotel.

The leaders stressed the importance of women transitioning from mere participants in economic activities to influential decision-makers and business owners. They highlighted the significant contributions of African women to local markets and national economies while pointing out the need for better access to finance, markets, and leadership roles.

Oyewole noted that many women entrepreneurs face financial constraints that hinder their ability to expand their businesses, calling on financial institutions to create products that cater to their operational realities.