By Peter Oriri
Ahead of the November 16th event, the organizers of the prestigious “Top 50 Most Industrious Women in Africa” awards, an initiative under the Face of African Concept, have released the list of honorees. This award recognizes innovative and hardworking women from across the African continent. In a statement released by the Director of Projects, Ambassador Abraham Lawal, the organizers noted that all plans are set to host the third edition of this celebrated annual event.
The ceremony is dedicated to recognizing and celebrating African women who have served their countries with distinction.
This third edition will spotlight pioneers, visionaries, and change-makers—women who are not only breaking barriers but are also shaping the future of Africa through their work. These exceptional individuals embody this year’s theme: “African Women in Leadership.” The event is generously sponsored by the Labril Outreach Foundation, reflecting its commitment to empowering African women.
Here are the names of the awardees: Dr. Lungile F. Mhlongo, CEO of Numa Medical Aesthetics; Hajiya Maimuna Aliyu Abdullahi, Founder of the Coalition of Southern Borno Women Association & National Coordinator of Uplifting Women Through Farming; Hajiya Aisha Lami Abdulsalam, CEO of Avada Couture Academy, Abuja, Nigeria; Dr. Bola Otegbayo, CEO/Founder of Dove Healthcare Foundation; Kehinde Adelaja Okoroafor, CEO of Nextlevel Hair Manufacturer & Founder of Make Mee Elegant Foundation; Ambassador Cynthia Ejiroghene Edudje, FCAI, ASD, CEO of Kumcyn Global Consultancy Ltd, and President of IWFCI Nigeria Chapter.
Others include Dorcas Adeyinka, CEO of Dorcas Adeyinka Empowerment Foundation; Thola Jiba-Sibutha, Managing Director; Hajia Amina B. Yakubu, Arewa Women Leader, Lagos East Senatorial District; Abiola M. Olatunbosun, Founder of Labril Outreach Foundation; Omowumi Ogunrotimi, Deputy Director, AU-ECOSOCC Sectoral Committee on Women and Gender; Dr. Helena Ankrah, CEO of Wahyiraso Herbal Clinic; Annie Oziohu Abadariki, CEO of Jonnie Estate Surveyors and Developers; Clara Ekosse Mafanny, Founder of Claras SG, Creative Corner Foundation; Joy Eghebi, Founder of JACBELL Group of Companies; Shorinola Omolewa, CEO of House of YOA Fabrics; Esemuede Oluchi Rosemary, CEO of Chirosy Skincare and Spa; Olakunde Abiodun Comfort, CEO of Bamcom Nigeria Limited; Obiezu Flora Chioma, CEO of Fabricsbycindy-Flo; Aleeza-Adira Kwakumey, CEO of Glam’Amor; Efya Harmless, CEO of Harmless Foundation; Miss Hussaina, CEO of Native Tex Collection; and Mrs. Lilian Eneyoki Alidu, MD of Domak Shelter Ltd, West Africa Region, Benin Republic.
The event will be held on November 16th at Sandralia Hotel, Jabi, Abuja, starting at 4:00 p.m.
