LG Electronics has reaffirmed its commitment to empowering women and promoting gender inclusion through its International Women's Month event in Lagos. The event, themed 'Women Who Power Progress,' brought together accomplished women from various industries for a panel discussion that explored their personal journeys and career-defining moments.
The panel featured award-winning filmmaker Mrs. Biodun Stephen, mechanical engineer Adeola A. Adeleke, interior design leader Dr. Jennifer Chukwujekwe, and MEP engineer Moyosore Onabolu. Actress and entrepreneur Blessing Obasi-Nze moderated the session, guiding conversations around ambition, resilience, and purpose.
Throughout the discussion, panelists shared their experiences of perseverance and the importance of resilience, continuous learning, self-belief, and mentorship in achieving long-term success. Dr. Funmilade Akingbagbohun, the first female National Chairman of the Nigerian Institution of Mechanical Engineers (NIMechE) and STEM advocate, delivered a keynote address titled 'Women Building, Fixing, Innovating and Powering the Future of Technology.'
In her speech, Dr. Akingbagbohun emphasized the need for women to rise, build, break barriers, and lift others along the way. She also called on organisations to foster inclusive environments where women can thrive, lead, and innovate. The event provided a valuable networking platform for attendees to connect, celebrate achievements, and exchange ideas.
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The Managing Director of LG Electronics, Mr. Hyoung Sub Ji, has made it clear that empowering women is a key driver of innovation and growth for the company. His commitment to creating platforms where women's voices and experiences are celebrated is a step in the right direction, but it remains to be seen whether this will translate into meaningful change for women in the industry.
