The FCMB SheVentures Mentoring Programme, in partnership with NECA’s Network of Entrepreneurial Women (NNEW), has graduated 215 women entrepreneurs through its mentorship initiative. The virtual ceremony marked the conclusion of the programme’s 11th cohort, which focused on equipping women in business with critical skills, market access, and networking opportunities.
Participants underwent an intensive six-week training covering strategic management, financial management, operations, sales and marketing, and human resources. They also benefited from masterclasses by industry experts, one-on-one mentorship, sector-focused discussions, and book reviews designed to enhance entrepreneurial knowledge.
Speaking at the event, NNEW President Mrs. Adefunke Kuyoro commended the mentees for their resilience and highlighted the programme’s role in fostering sustainable business growth. She described the graduation as the beginning of a new chapter, where the participants would make significant contributions to the economy.
The Head of Women Banking at FCMB, Mrs. Nnenna Jagogo-Jack, reaffirmed FCMB’s commitment to empowering women entrepreneurs and encouraged graduates to apply their knowledge to scale their businesses. In a keynote lecture, Dr. Yemisi Adeyeye, Managing Director and Cofounder of Lifefount Hospital, stressed the importance of strategic planning, strong financial records, and scalable business models to secure investments and achieve long-term success.
Project Director Mrs. Eniola Mayowa emphasized the value of collaboration and community in fostering entrepreneurial growth, noting that the graduates gained practical skills and confidence to navigate challenges and seize opportunities. Certificates were presented by Pastor Kemisola T’Oluwanimi, Head of NNEW Academy, who urged graduates to leverage their tools and networks for business expansion and societal impact.
The FCMB SheVentures Mentoring Programme continues to demonstrate First City Monument Bank’s commitment to supporting women entrepreneurs through financial solutions, capacity-building initiatives, and access to networks, creating a strong foundation for business success.
