In a bold step toward driving inclusive development, Capital Luxury Group, through its CSR arm, the Miss Luxury Foundation, met with the Benue State Ministry of Women and Social Affairs on May 26, 2025, to forge a partnership aimed at empowering young women through education, leadership, and economic inclusion.
Held at the Ministry’s headquarters in Makurdi, the high-level engagement featured a presentation by Solomon Akeh, Project Manager of the Miss Luxury Foundation, who represented Dr. Edidiong Udoidiong, Executive Director of the Foundation.
He outlined the mission of the Miss Luxury Foundation and the purpose of the visit—to secure the Ministry’s endorsement and collaboration for the upcoming Miss Luxury Pageantry 2025.
“At Capital Luxury, we believe that real luxury is the ability to uplift others,” said Solomon Akeh. “Miss Luxury is not just about the crown—it’s a transformative platform that nurtures confidence, vision, and purpose. This partnership with the Ministry will help ensure that the empowerment we envision reaches every corner of Benue and beyond.”
During a productive Q&A session, Ministry officials expressed enthusiasm for the initiative and its alignment with government programs focused on gender equality and youth empowerment. The Foundation also shared plans to use the pageant as a springboard for broader initiatives, including leadership development, skills acquisition, entrepreneurship bootcamps, and long-term mentorship for young women.
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In response, Hon. Mrs. Ann Itodo, Honourable Commissioner for Women and Social Affairs, welcomed the initiative and reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to supporting partnerships that deliver meaningful, lasting value.
Directors within the ministry shared insights into government priorities and offered recommendations for maximizing the pageant’s inclusivity and policy alignment. The meeting concluded with a mutual commitment to ongoing dialogue and strategic implementation.
This collaboration reinforces Capital Luxury Group’s position as a responsible thought leader in Nigeria’s private sector—leveraging innovation, culture, and inclusive development to drive transformational impact across communities.