IWD: Optiva Capital partners celebrates female employees in grand style

Every year on 8 March, the world celebrates International Women’s Day (IWD), a day dedicated to recognizing women’s social, economic, cultural, and political achievements.

This year’s theme, ‘Inspire Inclusion’, resonates deeply with Optiva Capital Partners’ vision and mission to empower women in every facet of life.

Optiva Capital Partners aligns with the United Nations performance indicators for gender equality and women empowerment by adhering to the UN gender equality scorecard. A significant milestone has been achieved as 70% of the company’s workforce comprises women.

To celebrate this year’s International Women’s Day, Optiva Capital Partners organized a special cocktail party to honor these incredible women who have contributed significantly to the company’s exponential growth over the past 14 years.

Mr. Franklin Nechi, the Chairman of Optiva Capital Partners, expressed his appreciation in a goodwill message, commending the female staff within the company and encouraging them to persist in their praiseworthy efforts.

“The women in Optiva have been very significant in terms of our growth. Their efforts can be seen in every facet of our existence as a company. So today we want to thank them for showing that whatever men can do, women can do much better. Here at Optiva, we have had significant progress and this would not have been possible without the invaluable efforts of our women. As we sojourn, I want to assure them that we will continue to stand with them in all their endeavors.” He encouraged women all over the world to seek financial independence so that they could assert themselves more in society.

At the event hosted by the organization in honor of International Women’s Day, Dr. Jane Kimemia, the CEO of Optiva Capital Partners, Mrs. Amaka Okeke-Lawal, Executive Director, and Omoye Ebhomielen, Head of Special Duties, mesmerized the attendees with engaging narratives detailing their personal experiences and emphasizing the importance of continuous pursuit of excellence in all endeavors.

Amaka Okeke-Lawal, the Executive Director, emphasized the theme of this year’s IWD, Inspire Inclusion, by urging women to redefine their identities beyond traditional roles such as housewives and homemakers. She highlighted the importance of recognizing women as valuable contributors in various aspects of life. Okeke-Lawal encouraged women to embrace their roles as working professionals, mothers, and homemakers, while also acknowledging their voices and intelligence. She motivated women to view themselves as individuals who bring value not only within their households but also in society. Okeke-Lawal inspired women to strive for personal growth and to see themselves as significant contributors in all spheres of life.

Speaking at the soiree, Dr. Jane Kimemia, the CEO of Optiva Capital Partners, encouraged the ladies with tales of her humble beginnings and meritorious rise in her career and societal recognition through sheer hard work and doggedness to be the best and enjoined the ladies to “I want to tell you about the power of belief. Always strive to be a high performer in all your endeavors in life. You need to answer these questions: What do you have inside of you? What do you believe? We need to create the right values for our children and our young girls. It’s time you light your candle; believe in yourself. Find an accountability partner to help you keep you in check to ensure you are on the right track in achieving your goals.” She spoke.

Afterward, in a transcendent moment, each woman present at the occasion received a candle and proceeded to ignite it, symbolizing their dedication and determination to illuminate their world and strive for personal growth.