Guinness Nigeria Champions Women Empowerment for Business Growth
Guinness Nigeria Plc marked this year’s International Women’s Day with a high-profile panel session focused on mentorship, inclusion, and collective empowerment as drivers of sustainable value creation. The event, held at the company’s Lagos headquarters, brought together corporate leaders, development experts, and employees to discuss strategies for strengthening leadership opportunities for women and building more inclusive workplaces.
Give to Gain: Lifting Women for Value Creation
The session, themed “Give to Gain: How We Create Value by Lifting Women,” celebrated women within the organization while emphasizing the need for institutions to intentionally create inclusive systems. The goal is to ensure opportunities are shared, leadership pathways expanded, and women are supported to thrive at all levels.
“Empowering women is not only the right thing to do, but it is also essential for building stronger organisations and communities. At Guinness Nigeria, we believe that when opportunities are shared, and people are supported to grow and lead, businesses and societies thrive together.”- Girish Sharma, Managing Director and CEO of Guinness Nigeria Plc
Insights from Leaders and Mentors
The event featured a keynote address by Olufunke Amobi, Executive Director of Operations at Stanbic IBTC Bank, who emphasized mentorship as a key driver of leadership development. “There are rooms for women to thrive everywhere in Nigeria, and we must continue to claim our place with confidence and preparation,” she said.
A panel discussion followed, featuring Folorunsho Aliu, IT professional, Hansatu Adegbite, UN Women National Consultant, and Ayodeji Ajibola, HR Director at Guinness Nigeria Plc. Discussions focused on:
The role of empathy in leadership
Importance of institutional gender inclusion
Strategies for overcoming structural barriers to women’s advancement
Panelists encouraged organisations to embed inclusive policies, support mentorship networks, and create workplaces where diverse perspectives are recognised and valued.
How to Be Part of It
Women interested in participating in future Guinness Nigeria empowerment initiatives can:
Follow Guinness Nigeria’s official social media platforms for announcements on workshops, mentorship programs, and panel events.
Join professional networks and mentorship programs supported by the company.
Apply for leadership and skill development opportunities advertised by Guinness Nigeria, particularly during International Women’s Day or other empowerment events.
Engage with partner organizations, like UN Women and other corporate mentorship programs, for wider networking and growth opportunities.
Guinness Nigeria’s International Women’s Day celebration demonstrates a clear commitment to creating inclusive workplaces where mentorship, empathy, and opportunity drive collective growth. By participating in such initiatives, women can access training, mentorship, and leadership pathways that strengthen careers, industries, and communities alike.
