Abuja, the nation’s capital, is known as the city of power. It’s the country’s political headquarters. Abuja is home to Aso Rock Villa, the president’s official residence, and other important political institutions like the National Assembly and so on. Abuja is arguably the most important city in Nigeria because that’s where all the important political decisions are made. But beyond the political business, Abuja is fast catching up in the area of entrepreneurial activities, too. There are a good number of businesses littered across the city centre. From corporations to privately held businesses, Abuja is rising in terms of entrepreneurship. Like they always say, women run the world. There’s no religion or business without women. It’s the same story in the nation’s capital. The Abuja entrepreneurial scene is dominated by female entrepreneurs. These high-flying female business owners run things in Abuja big-time. They are the faces behind some of the multi-million-naira enterprises in Abuja. In this special report, we present to you the top 10 female business owners making things happen in Abuja.
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Hadiza Giwa
Hadiza, wife of Jibrilla Indimi, son of oil billionaire Mohammed Indimi, is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Northern Regalia, one of Abuja’s popular multi-million-naira businesses located in the heart of Wuse, precisely Shop 20, 1st Floor Sunset Place, 141 Adetokunbo Ademola Crescent in Wuse, Abuja. According to Hadiza, Northern Regalia was inspired by the luxurious, magnificent palace of the emir of Dutse.
Formerly known as Deemina Sparkle, she has rebranded. Now known as Northern Regalia, the luxury store has new products, including skin care products and ready-to-wear vendors. Northern Regalia’s offerings include men’s fabrics, bridals, diffusers, scented candles, bakhoor, and kids cologne.
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Amina Indimi-Fodio
Amina Indimi-Fodio is the owner and director of Tots Academy Abuja, one of Abuja’s prominent Early Years and Junior School (TAPS) Montessori and EYFS (4–5 years old) British Curriculum (5–11 years old) education centres of international standards. The highly rated Tots Academy Abuja is known for its excellent educational facilities and friendly environment. According to Tots Academy Abuja, “Our Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Curriculum, enriched with a Montessori approach, sets the foundation for lifelong learning. As the children progress into their primary years, they seamlessly transition into the British curriculum while ensuring world-class facilities support their growth and development. In addition to our 3-term academic year, we provide various language classes, such as Mandarin, French, and Arabic. We also offer several after-school clubs such as chess, Bible study, Islamiya, rollerblading, karate, swimming, and more.” Amina holds a Bachelor of Laws degree from the University of Buckingham, UK.
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Bilkisu Usman
Gorgeous Bilkisu is the owner of Nosh Temple, one of the big brands in the Abuja dining world. Nosh Temple, located in Wuse 2, an upmarket area of Abuja, is one of Abuja’s most beloved dining spots. Formerly known as L’italiano, an Italian restaurant, Nosh Temple has transformed into a high-end restaurant serving a variety of Continental and African delicacies. Nosh Temple offers a long list of menu items, including pasta such as carbonara, bolognese, Alfredo, and marinara. The cosy restaurant is known for its grills, such as T Bone Steak, Lamb Chops, Chicken Fillet, and slow-roasted chilli-glazed chicken. She is an alumnus of the prestigious University of Brighton, where she earned her M.Sc. in Biomedical Science.
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Fatima Dahiru Mangul
Fatima is the owner of the popular fabric store, Exclusive Fabrics, located at Suite C 05 and 6 Maitama Shopping Complex, Off Limpopo Street, Chalawa Crescent, Maitama, Abuja. Her store is the secret behind the fashion statements of top fashionable Abuja women. Fatima’s Exclusive Fabrics sells HKG customised luxury vlisco fabrics, HKG luxury lace, and HKG luxury guipure lace.
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Hauwa Indimi-Yar’adua
Hauwa is another notable young Abuja-based female entrepreneur on top of her game in the Nigerian capital, Abuja. Hauwa is the Chief Executive Officer and CEO of Theiskincare, a leading brand for everything skincare and quality products made from clean African ingredients. Her store is located in the Wuse area of Abuja. Hauwa holds a prestigious diploma in beauty therapy.
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Laylah Ali Othman
Beautiful Laylah is the founder of LandnKitchen, popularly known as L&N Kitchen. With two outlets in Abuja, including one in the upmarket Wuse 2, L&N is not a newbie in the Abuja restaurant business. L&N has developed a reputation for quality. And that’s why it’s one of the most beloved restaurants in town. L&N serves delicious local and continental dishes. Not just that, the ambience at L&N Kitchen is beyond media hype. It is an ideal location for friends and family to dine and bond. Variety is L&N’s middle name. If you fancy varieties of snacks like meat pie, kunu, and small chops, then L&N is the right place to visit.
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Timi Clark
The list of top Abuja female entrepreneurs playing big in the business arena will be incomplete without mentioning Timi Clark. Timi Clark is the owner of the rave of the moment, Exclusif Abuja. After barely a year in the Abuja dining space, Exclusif has carved a niche for itself as one of Abuja’s favourite destinations for dining and relaxation. Comprising a bar, a lounge, and a sleek restaurant. Exclusif is the complete package when it comes to a luxury dining experience. From exquisite dishes to a fine whisky bar, Exclusif is indeed a breath of fresh air.
