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I help senior level female professionals speak up confidently and communicate effectively at meetings and presentations so they can position themselves for leadership roles.

01/10/2026

HAPPY NEW MONTH! ❤️

Welcome to October — the final quarter of the year.

And perhaps you need this reminder today:

It is not too late.

Whatever you planned to do this year, there is still time to make progress.

You don't have to do something dramatic.
You don't have to change everything overnight.

Start small. Take one step. Then another.

Set aside a few minutes every day for that thing that matters to you. Little steps compound.

But first, be crystal clear about what you really want. Because clarity gives direction, and consistent action moves you forward.

And as we celebrate Nigeria's 66th Independence Anniversary, I am reminded of another thing:

I believe in Nigeria. 🇳🇬

Nigeria is beautiful in its diversity, rich in potential and full of people who are doing incredible things.

Yes, we have challenges. Every nation does. But I remain hopeful that we can build a better Nigeria.

And that responsibility doesn't belong to government alone.

Our leaders must lead well and do their part. But each of us also has a part to play—in our homes, workplaces, communities and in the way we speak, act and treat one another.

What are you doing, in your own little corner, to make Nigeria better, more peaceful, more inclusive and more beautiful?

I believe our words, our choices and our everyday actions matter.

Happy New Month.
Happy Independence, Nigeria. 🇳🇬❤️

May October bring clarity, courage, progress and the grace to keep moving forward.

29/09/2026

You have plans.
People you love.
Places you want to go.
Work you still want to do.
Businesses you want to build.
Impact you want to make.
But you need you to be here for it.
And not merely alive.
Well.
Strong enough to enjoy what you're building.
Healthy enough to be present with the people you love.

Energetic enough to fulfil the assignment ahead.
Sometimes women become so busy taking care of everything and everyone that their own wellbeing keeps moving further down the list.

At iRise, health is part of the conversation.
Because thriving isn't only about what you accomplish.

It's also about being well enough to enjoy the life you're working so hard to build.

iRISE 2026 — OVER AND ABOVE
23–24 October |

Venue: Maryam Babangida National Centre for Women Development (MBNCWD), Abuja

OVER AND ABOVE.

Register using the link below/in bio: 👇🏾👇🏻
https://forms.gle/aFFnQzpKtajCXTrt5

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24/09/2026

THE CARE ECONOMY IS BIGGER THAN WE THINK.

Last week, I had the privilege of facilitating the National Care Sector Development Workshop organised by the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development, and moderating the panel:

“Beyond the Burden: Structuring an Inclusive Care Economy for Women, Children, the Elderly and Vulnerable Families.”

And what a conversation it was.

When we hear “care work” in Nigeria, many people immediately think of domestic help.

But care is so much bigger.

Childcare. Eldercare. Care for persons with disabilities. Health and social care. Domestic work. And the countless hours of care provided by families every day.

I know this personally.

Before my mother passed, my family had to provide much of her care. We struggled to find a suitable live-in caregiver and eventually had to do much of it ourselves.

That experience made me think about the many families navigating the same reality.

✳️ Who cares for our loved ones when they need care?

✳️ Who supports the people providing that care?

✳️ And how do we ensure both are protected?

The care economy affects families, women’s participation in the workforce, livelihoods and our collective wellbeing.

It was encouraging to have government, UN Women, UNICEF, the private sector, civil society and other stakeholders around the table, with women and men bringing their voices, experiences and expertise to the conversation.

The Draft National Care Policy and Action Plan and the National Care Economy Digital Portal are important steps towards greater visibility, coordination and access within the sector.

Care is work. Care has value. And care matters.

And this is also why I care deeply about helping women speak up and stand out.

Women belong in important rooms—and when they get there, they should have the confidence and communication skills to contribute meaningfully.

Because when diverse voices come together around a shared purpose, we can move things forward.

23/09/2026

Who said you have to choose?

You can love God deeply and build an extraordinary business.

You can be spiritually grounded and become a respected voice in your industry.

You can pray and plan.
Trust God and develop competence.
Walk by faith and execute with excellence.
Create wealth and remain anchored in your values.

Because your faith shouldn't make you less effective in the marketplace.
It should shape how you show up there.
With integrity.
Wisdom.
Excellence.
Courage.
Value.
And impact.

At iRise 2026, we're having honest conversations about what it means to be a woman of faith who is also called to build, lead, influence and thrive.

23–24 October |
Venue: Maryam Babangida National Centre for Women Development (MBNCWD), Abuja

OVER AND ABOVE.

Register using the link below/in bio: 👇🏾👇🏻
https://forms.gle/aFFnQzpKtajCXTrt5

22/09/2026

You've taken the course.
Attended the training.
Learnt the skill.
Maybe you even have the equipment.
But the results still don't match what you know you're capable of.

Why?

Because sometimes the missing piece isn't another skill.
It's what happens after the training.
The mindset.
The discipline.
The confidence.
The habits.
The decisions.
The systems.
The ability to keep executing when motivation disappears.

At iRise, we believe:
Giving a woman a skill creates capacity. Developing the woman who must use that skill increases the likelihood that capacity becomes results.

That's why we're not only asking:
“What do you need to learn?”
We're also asking:
“Who do you need to become to maximise what you already know?”

23–24 October |
Venue: Maryam Babangida National Centre for Women Development (MBNCWD), Abuja

OVER AND ABOVE.

Register using the link below/in bio: 👇🏾👇🏻
https://forms.gle/aFFnQzpKtajCXTrt5

20/09/2026

WHO SAYS ADULTS CAN'T HAVE FUN? 😂💃🏽

This video is from the Children's Day celebration at the State House a few months ago.

And honestly, being around children does something to you.

You watch them dance, laugh, play and just enjoy themselves… and before you know it, you're dancing too! 😂

Here we were — myself, the DG of the Maryam Babangida National Centre for Women Development, board member and others — dancing.

And the best part is that we were having just as much fun as they were! 😂

Maybe that's one thing children remind us of:

You can be responsible, accomplished, hold an important position… and still know how to let your hair down and enjoy yourself.

So today is Sunday.

Dance. Laugh. Play. Do something that makes you happy.

Don't be so grown-up that you forget how to have fun.

There's still a child in all of us. ❤️

Happy Sunday! 💃🏽😂

18/09/2026

WHAT IF WE INVESTED MORE IN PEACE?

Last week, I represented my Principal, the Honourable Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Hon. Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, at the UFUK Peace and Dialogue Awards 2026.

It was heartwarming to see individuals and organisations recognised for their contributions to peace in Nigeria.

But one thought from the event stayed with me:

Globally we spend billions preparing for war and responding to conflict. But how much are we investing in preventing conflict in the first place?

One of the speakers made the powerful point that peacebuilding requires investment too.

Because peace is not only about resolving conflict when it happens. It is about prevention — creating the conditions for dialogue, understanding, inclusion and peaceful coexistence before differences escalate.

Another speaker, a retired military officer and former peacekeeper, took us back through Nigeria’s history and asked:

“How did we get here?”

It is a question worth asking.

And from a gender perspective, we must remember that women, children and families often bear some of the greatest consequences of conflict. Yet women must not only be seen as victims or beneficiaries of peace.

They must be part of the conversations and decisions that build it.

Women need seats at the tables where peace is discussed, policies are shaped and solutions are developed.

The UFUK Peace and Dialogue Awards was a timely reminder that peace is a shared responsibility.

Perhaps we should ask ourselves not only:

How do we respond when conflict happens?

But also:

What are we doing today to make conflict less likely tomorrow?

Congratulations to all the award recipients, and commendation to the organisers for creating a platform that keeps this important conversation alive.

13/09/2026

A couple of weeks ago, we - *RCCG City of David* - had our Couples and Singles Breakfast Meeting at the Abuja Continental Hotel.

I’ll be honest, I wasn’t sure whether to go. I kept asking myself, “Should I or should I not?”
But I’m so grateful I did.

It turned out to be such a beautiful Saturday morning.
There was plenty of good food, great conversations, games that had us rolling with laughter, and words of counsel for both couples and singles. The kind of wisdom that will truly help you navigate marriage, or prepare well to say “I do.”

And of course, there were the pictures with our amazing Pastors Gbolade and Lara Okenla and other brethren. Beautiful memories were created.

It was also a sweet time of fellowship. Chatting, connecting, and getting to know some of the brethren a little better.

I’m glad I went because lately, it’s been work, work, and more work for me as I try to catch up on projects and programmes.
But that morning reminded me of something important: the value of unwinding. Of stopping. Of doing something different.
Of taking time to rest, watch a movie, finish that book, spend more time with family, or simply spend more time in prayer, meditation, and studying the Word.

So don’t keep running on empty.

Work has its place. So does rest and recreation.

What are you going to do differently this beautiful Sunday?

What will you intentionally include in your week apart from work and the serious things of life especially if you’re someone who works non-stop?

I’d love to hear from you 👇

11/09/2026

INFORMATION IS POWER. BUT ONLY IF YOU ACCESS IT.

A few days ago, I attended the She’s Included programme, organised by the Office of the Vice President in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs.

Listening to different government institutions and agencies share their programmes and interventions for women, one thing struck me:

There are opportunities out there. But there is a gap between what is available and the women who need to access it.

And I believe the responsibility is two-sided.

As women, we must become more intentional about seeking information.

Follow relevant organisations. Visit their websites. Attend programmes. Get into the rooms. And when you get there, ASK.

A young woman sitting beside me shared some challenges she had encountered trying to access certain opportunities.

My response was simple:

“Some of the people who can answer your questions are right here in this room.”

I encouraged her to approach two of the speakers.

She did.

She got clarification, contacts and an opportunity to continue the conversations.

Sometimes, the information or connection you need is closer than you think — but you have to ask.

There is also work to do on the other side.

Government institutions and the private sector must communicate opportunities more deliberately and consistently.

It is not enough for a good intervention to exist. The people it was created for need to know it exists and understand how to access it.

So the responsibility is on both sides:

Institutions must communicate better.
And we must become better at seeking information, showing up and asking.

Because information may be power — but only when it reaches you and you act on it.

09/09/2026

And I've had to learn this lesson in the smallest, everyday moments too.

Someone is getting a drink. I want one, but I don't ask.

I'm overwhelmed with something and could really use some help, but I say nothing and quietly hope someone will notice.

Then when they don't...

Why didn't they ask me?
Couldn't they see I needed help?
Why didn't they think of me?

But here's what I've had to accept:

People are not mind readers.

They have their own responsibilities, pressures and priorities. Sometimes, they may even assume you don't need help because you appear perfectly capable.

And this doesn't only happen in our personal lives.

We want an opportunity, but never express interest.

We need support at work, but don't ask for it.

We want someone to introduce us, recommend us, consider us or give us a chance—but we remain silent and hope they'll somehow know.

I've learnt that nobody can communicate what I need better than I can.

So if you need something, ask.

Clearly.
Respectfully.
Confidently.

And here's another lesson I've had to learn:

Ask nicely.

Don't become sarcastic because someone failed to meet an expectation you never communicated.

Don't punish people for failing a test they didn't know they were taking.

Instead of assuming...

Instead of silently resenting...

Instead of waiting for someone to figure it out...

ASK.

The answer may be no.

But you may also be surprised by how often the answer is YES—once people actually know what you need.

What have you been waiting for someone to offer that you may simply need to ask for?

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