Guinness Nigeria Educates 250 Women in Business Management
Guinness Nigeria Plc has successfully educated 250 women in Oyo State through its Plan W initiative.
Zita Ezechi 
In a significant stride for women's empowerment in Nigeria, Guinness Nigeria Plc has successfully educated 250 women in Oyo State through its Plan W initiative. This program, centered on business management and economic development, has garnered praise from Mrs. Toyin Balogun, the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Inclusion in Oyo State.
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Mrs. Balogun commended the initiative, remarking, "This program embodies the essence of empowerment, offering not only employment but avenues to independence, confidence, and success." She applauded the women participating in the program, recognizing them as "pioneers, innovators, and catalysts for change."
The Plan W initiative provides participants with a comprehensive package comprising capability-building workshops, essential trade assets, seed capital, and continuous mentorship. This holistic approach aims to ensure that women are equipped to initiate and sustain their businesses, thereby fostering enduring economic growth for themselves and their communities.
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Adebayo Alli, the Managing Director of Guinness Nigeria, emphasized the initiative's significant impact, stating, "Since 2019, we have empowered 1,150 women across Nigeria. Our vision is ambitious, our aspirations lofty, and our dedication resolute." He also announced the company's goal to reach a total of 1,400 women by the second quarter of 2024, including an additional 250 women in Lagos State.
