By Seun Ibiyemi
NNPC Retail Limited has strengthened its commitment to gender inclusion with the successful hosting of the second edition of its women-focused initiative, She-Fix 2.0, in Abuja.
The programme, themed “Driving Diversity, Powering Progress,” attracted more than 300 participants, including women professionals, entrepreneurs, young technicians, and key players in the energy industry.
Delivering her remarks, Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, underscored the importance of inclusion in national development.
She urged stakeholders to create more opportunities for women, especially in technical and STEM fields, while praising NNPC Retail for sustaining the initiative.
In her keynote address, Sophia Mbakwe of NNPC Limited highlighted the increasing contributions of women across the organisation, noting that diversity remains crucial at NNPC Retail, the company’s customer-facing arm.
Representing Managing Director Huub Stokman, Executive Director, Finance, Valentina Kojo, stressed that empowerment must be practical and enduring to deliver real impact.
Also speaking, Andy Odeh said women are playing a transformative role in the evolving energy sector, adding that their leadership continues to drive institutional growth and broader societal benefits.
The event featured panel discussions, live car care demonstrations, networking opportunities, and a marketplace showcasing female-led businesses.
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Attendees also benefited from interactive sessions and promotional offers on Oleum Lubricants and NR-GAS LPG products.
Panelists included Emmanuella Arukwe, Maryamu Idris, Oremeyi Akah, Toyin Alasi, and Adaeze Nwakoby, who shared insights on leadership and opportunities for women across industries.
The initiative builds on the success of its inaugural edition held in Lagos in 2025, reflecting NNPC Retail’s continued effort to expand opportunities and create lasting impact for women in Nigeria’s energy sector.
