The ELOY Awards Foundation is proud to announce the distinguished keynote speakers for the 17th Global ELOY Conference, set to take place on November 28, 2025, in Lagos, Nigeria. This year’s conference, themed “Breaking Barriers, Building Bridges to Sustain Women Empowerment,” will bring together visionary leaders, changemakers, and innovators who are championing women’s advancement across sectors.
The highly anticipated conference will feature four transformative keynote sessions that explore empowerment, innovation, inclusion, and mindset mastery, essential drivers for sustainable progress among women in business, leadership, and entrepreneurship.
Keynote Speakers and Topics:
- Segun Ogunsanya– The Economic Powerhouse: Women Driving Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Financial Inclusion.
Dr. Ogunsanya will highlight how women are shaping Africa’s economic growth, how empowered women fuel inclusive economies, accelerate innovation, and build resilient communities.
- Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim FSI, Honourable Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development – Breaking Barriers and Building Bridges
The Honourable Minister will explore how collaborative leadership, policy reform, and cross-sector partnerships can create an enabling environment for women to thrive and lead change.
- Tonye Cole– The Power of Connection: Building Bridges across Generations, Cultures, and Sectors Mr. Cole will share insights on cross-generational leadership, cultural synergy, and collaborative growth, on the value of connection and mentorship in advancing women’s empowerment, and how bridging divides can foster innovation, inclusion, and lasting impact.
- Tewa Onasanya, Founder and Convener, ELOY Foundation – Unstoppable Minds: Cultivating a Growth Mindset to Break Barriers and Achieve Excellence
In her opening speech, Dr. Onasanya will set the tone for the conference by inspiring attendees to embrace a growth mindset, challenge limitations, and confidently pursue excellence in their personal and professional journeys.
Speaking about the event, Dr. Tewa Onasanya said:
“The 17th Global ELOY Conference is more than just a gathering — it is a movement dedicated to celebrating progress, sharing knowledge, and building bridges that sustain women empowerment. Our speakers represent leadership, resilience, and collaboration, all of which are essential for creating the future we envision for women in Africa and beyond.”
The Global ELOY Conference serves as a flagship platform of the ELOY Awards Foundation, committed to empowering women through education, mentorship, and access to opportunities. The 2025 edition will convene thought leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and advocates from across sectors to exchange ideas, share success stories, and design actionable strategies for collective growth. The 17th Global ELOY Awards follows the same day at 5pm, celebrating women of excellence in different fields.
Event Details:
Date: November 28, 2025
Venue: Oriental Hotel, Lagos
Theme: Breaking Barriers, Building Bridges to Sustain Women Empowerment
Attendees could win ₦1,000,000 in the conference raffle. Early bird registration is ongoing for ₦25,000 until October 30, 2025. Registration: www.eloyawards.com
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ELOY Awards Foundation at eloy@exquisitemag.com
