The 16th Global ELOY Conference and Awards, held from November 25th to 29th brought together international leaders, entrepreneurs, and policymakers. 
Focused on the theme “Leadership and Multiple Streams of Income for Sustainable Empowerment”, the event aimed to arm attendees with the tools and knowledge needed to take control of their lives and businesses in 2025.
The conference featured keynote addresses by prominent figures such as Moji Wusu, Founder of Woodhall Capital Limited, and Dr. Tewa Onasanya, Founder and Convener of the ELOY Awards Foundation. Other notable speakers included Maureen Ogbonna, CEO of Vallore, Dr. Abiola Salami, a World-Class Performance Strategist, and Dr. Ayodeji Ebo, MD of Optimus by Afrinvest.
Panel discussions with industry experts like Tayo Afolabi of World PR Limited, Efe Usin of Women in Export, Trade and Investment, and Tale Alimi, CEO of Rouzo, provided valuable insights. Attendees also had the opportunity to learn from Isimeme Whyte of Genius HUB, Caroline Moore of Ideas Lab, Hajiya Ijioma, a Business Strategist, and Grace Ofure of Lifecard Limited.
Networking sessions offered a platform for attendees to connect with like-minded individuals and build lasting relationships.
There was a business pitch session in partnership with Rainoil, where one of the business in the sustainability and renewable waste sector won a N1,000,000 grant for her business. The 16th Global ELOY Conference ended with the graduation ceremony of the women on the ELOY Foundation Sustainable Empowerment program in partnership with FirstBank.
The week-long event culminated in the ELOY Awards, which recognised the achievements of twenty outstanding individuals, including two global recognition for women in the UK and Senegal and the HE4SHE Recognition Award was awarded to the Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu.
The awards ceremony was a celebration of excellence and a testament to the power of women’s empowerment.
This year’s ELOY Awards theme, “The Year of the Unstoppable Woman,” resonated deeply with the entire crowd. These women were celebrated for their resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment to succeed and thrive in the face of adversity. Their stories inspired and motivated the audience, leaving a lasting impact on all who attended.
“We are thrilled with the success of this year’s conference and awards,” said Dr Tewa Onasanya, Founder of the Global ELOYs. “Our goal is to empower women and girls around the world, and we believe that this event has made a significant contribution to achieving that goal.”
Winners List
ELOY Award for Creative Arts and Entertainment – Acting / Film BIMBO ADEMOYE
ELOY Award for Creative Arts and Entertainment – Fashion / Arts or Music. ADEBIMPE ADEBAMBO
On Air Personality: Cheche Smith (Chechesmithnation)
ELOY Award for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) Ada Nduka Oyom. She Code Africa.
ELOY Award for Health and Wellness in association with Mamador: Chiamaka Elujoba, Green Essence Healthy lifestyle
ELOY Award for Education and Mentorship: Tolulope Tunde – Ajiboye – The Blooming Amazons
ELOY Award for Sustainability and Environment: Sidikat Folami – Mateen Lander Limited
ELOY Award for Advocacy and Human Rights: Roseline Adewuyi
TV Personality Ayo Mairo – Ese and Uvbi Balogun
ELOY Award for Content Creator Happiness Shelton of Shelton Family
ELOY Award for Beauty Influencer Anita Adetoye
ELOY Award for Fashion Influencer. Priscila Ojo
ELOY Award for Entrepreneurship and Innovation. NELLY AGBOGU
ELOY Award for Media and Communication in association with GAC Motors – DR MORAYO AFOLABI BROWN
ELOY Rising Star Award CHINNY OKOYE
ELOY HE4SHE Recognition Award. Mr Babajide Olusola Sanwo-olu
ELOY Award for Woman Who Inspire– Madame Ngone Diop (Senegal)
ELOY Foundation Award for Business Woman on the ELOY Sustainable Empowerment Program in association FirstBank – Karimot OLAJUMOKE
ELOY Iconic Recognition Award Mo Abudu
ELOY Recognition Award INTERNATIONAL Dr Yvonne Thompson (UK)