Success Story of Fatima Oyiza Ademoh from Nigeria
Miss Fatima Oyiza Ademoh boasts extensive expertise in business development and renewable energy project development. Presently, she occupies the role of Project Developer for the Power Africa USADF-funded off-grid energy project, implemented by Ajima in Nigeria. Additionally, she serves as a lecturer in Entrepreneurship at Baze University.
Prior to her current appointments, Fatima held the position of Business Development Executive at Novantus Energy.
Fatima's academic credentials include a Bachelor of Science in Finance from the American University of Nigeria and a Master of Science in Financial Risk Management from the University of Leeds.
Notably, Fatima recently completed the esteemed 2016 Mandela Washington Fellowship at the University of California, Davis. During her tenure, she was placed in the specialized Energy Institute, where she focused on energy entrepreneurship and pathways to zero net energy.
BACKGROUND
Fatima Ademoh, a Nigerian woman, grew up in a community where energy access was limited. She witnessed firsthand the negative impacts of inadequate energy on health, education, and economic development. This experience sparked her passion for energy and entrepreneurship.
ENTREPRENEURIAL JOUNERY
Fatima started her LPG business with a small loan and a vision to provide clean energy solutions to households. She faced numerous challenges, including:
- Limited access to funding and resources
- Societal skepticism about women in energy
- Competition from established players
Despite these obstacles, Fatima persevered, leveraging her business acumen and networking skills to build a successful enterprise.
IMPACT
Fatima's business has had a profound impact on her community:
- Job Creation: She has employed over 20 people, mostly women, providing them with economic opportunities and empowerment.
- Clean Energy: Her company has helped reduce greenhouse gas emissions and indoor air pollution by promoting LPG adoption.
- Social Change: Fatima's success has challenged traditional gender roles, inspiring other women to pursue careers in energy.
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Fatima's achievements have been recognized through various awards and nominations:
- Africa Energy Awards: She was nominated for the "Women in Energy" award.
- Nigerian Entrepreneur Awards: Fatima won the "Best Female Entrepreneur" award.
FUTURE PLANS
Fatima aims to expand her business, increasing access to clean energy for more households and creating additional job opportunities for women. She also plans to establish a training program for women entrepreneurs in the energy sector.
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