The 16th Global ELOY Conference and Awards has been hailed as a groundbreaking success, uniting global thought leaders, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and innovators to explore transformative ideas on empowerment, sustainability, and leadership.
Under the theme “Leadership and Multiple Streams of Income for Sustainable Empowerment,” the five-day event held last in November equipped participants with the tools to thrive in 2025 and beyond.
Delegates from around the world gathered for five days of keynote speeches, panel discussions, networking opportunities, and a business pitch competition.
Keynote speakers included industry leaders like Moji Wusu, Founder of Woodhall Capital Limited, Dr. Tewa Onasanya, Founder of ELOY Awards Foundation, and Dr. Abiola Salami, a world-class performance strategist.
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Panels featuring notable figures such as Tayo Afolabi of World PR Limited and Isimeme Whyte of Genius HUB delved into topics like global trade, women in governance, and access to finance.
A pivotal moment was the business pitch competition, where a venture in the sustainability and renewable waste sector secured a ₦1 million grant sponsored by Rainoil.
The conference also celebrated the graduation of women from the ELOY Foundation Sustainable Empowerment Program, conducted in partnership with FirstBank.
The conference concluded with the ELOY Awards, themed “The Year of the Unstoppable Woman.” The awards honoured 20 outstanding individuals across various sectors, recognizing their resilience and achievements. Key honorees included:
Bimbo Ademoye for Creative Arts and Entertainment (Acting/Film), Ada Nduka Oyom for STEM (She Code Africa), Dr. Morayo Afolabi-Brown for Media and Communication, and Mo Abudu for the Iconic Recognition Award.
The HE4SHE Recognition Award was presented to Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, while international accolades went to Madame Ngone Diop from Senegal and Dr. Yvonne Thompson from the UK.
Founder of the Global ELOYs, Dr. Tewa Onasanya expressed her gratitude for the event’s impact: “Our goal is to empower women and girls around the world. This year’s conference and awards have made significant strides in advancing that vision.”
The ELOY Awards and Conference not only celebrated excellence but also underscored the power of collective efforts in championing women’s empowerment.