The Project Director of the Top 50 Most Industrious Women in Africa Awards, Ambassador Abraham Lawal, has announced that Dr. Ebosetale Okhueleigbe will serve as the keynote speaker at the forthcoming 4th edition of the prestigious awards ceremony.
The event, themed “The African Women in Leadership,” is scheduled to take place on Sunday, November 23, 2025, at the Lagos Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, and will bring together outstanding women leaders, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and innovators from across the African continent.
Dr. Ebosetale Okhueleigbe is a dynamic and results-oriented professional whose remarkable achievements continue to inspire women and young leaders globally. She holds a Master’s degree in Gender Studies, an MBA, and advanced certifications from renowned global institutions, including Harvard Business School (Online) and the London School of Business Administration. She also earned her Doctorate degree from P.U, USA.
Recognized among the 100 Africa Women Achievers in South Africa, Dr. Ebosetale’s professional and humanitarian footprint spans tax auditing, technology, public service, and strategic leadership. As the founder of P.S.L and the Women Mentorship Forum (WMF), she has been instrumental in promoting inclusive leadership and economic empowerment, particularly for women and youth.
Her passion for community development and gender advocacy is evident through her leadership as President of Voice Out Vanguard, a platform championing civic participation, social justice, and gender equality across Africa.
Ambassador Lawal, in his statement, described Dr. Ebosetale as “a beacon of excellence and a true representation of the industrious African woman whose leadership journey embodies resilience, intelligence, and transformative impact.”
The upcoming Top 50 Most Industrious Women in Africa Awards 2025 aims to celebrate women who have made significant contributions to Africa’s development through innovation, leadership, and social impact.
Speaking on the theme, “The African Women in Leadership,” Dr. Ebosetale is expected to highlight the evolving role of women in shaping Africa’s leadership narrative from corporate governance and entrepreneurship to politics and grassroots mobilization. Her keynote will emphasize how women’s participation and visionary leadership continue to redefine progress across the continent.
As the continent prepares to celebrate some of its most accomplished women, this year’s edition promises to be a defining moment that reinforces the indispensable role of women in Africa’s transformation story.
