The Chairman of Bonny Local Government Area, Hon. Abinye Blessing Pepple, has approved a ₦100 million Women Empowerment Scheme aimed at supporting small-scale female entrepreneurs across the council.
Under the initiative, 200 women business owners are expected to benefit from grants of ₦500,000 each to help strengthen and expand their businesses.
According to the council chairman, the programme is part of the administration’s broader commitment to promoting women-led enterprises, enhancing economic inclusion, and stimulating grassroots economic growth within Bonny LGA.
Pepple emphasized that empowering women entrepreneurs remains a key priority, noting their vital role in sustaining families, creating jobs, and driving community development.
Interested and eligible women-led businesses, associations, and groups have been advised to contact the Chief of Staff, Mr. Soparagha Jumbo, or the Special Adviser on Women Affairs, Mrs. Gloria S. Pepple, for further details on the scheme.
