She Means Business by BusinessDay launches The Policy Room • Maiden edition to convene women across business, policy and civic leadership holds in Lagos on 24th Nov
By Trek Africa Newspaper
She Means Business by BusinessDay will host the maiden edition of The Policy Room, a non-partisan convening bringing women across business, public service, media and civil society together to discuss their role in Nigeria’s national development.
Themed “Women and Nigeria’s Next Chapter,” the evening reception will take place in Lagos on Tuesday, November 24, 2026. Ahead of the 2027 general elections, it will examine the connection between women’s economic participation, public leadership and influence in national decision-making.
Discussions will explore how public policy affects women’s businesses, careers and livelihoods, alongside practical ways to strengthen their participation in shaping national priorities. Key perspectives and suggested actions will be documented in a post-event Policy Room Brief to support further engagement.
According to Frank Aigbogun, Publisher of BusinessDay Media, “Nigeria’s economic future depends on how effectively we draw on the talent, enterprise and leadership of women. At BusinessDay, we see a clear role for the media in connecting economic realities with policy choices and bringing a wider range of informed voices into national conversations. The Policy Room is an extension of that commitment.”
In the same vein, Datari Ladejo, Editor of She Means Business, said the initiative connects women’s everyday experiences with the decisions shaping the country’s future.
“Women have a stake in every decision shaping Nigeria’s future, from the conditions in which we build businesses and pursue careers to the quality of education, healthcare and security available to our families. The Policy Room will bring those experiences into conversation with policy expertise and public leadership, helping us consider how we can contribute more collectively to Nigeria’s next chapter,” she said.
The Lagos reception will combine moderated discussions with guided reflections, creating opportunities for participants to exchange perspectives and build relationships across sectors. Conversations will address women’s economic priorities, participation in public leadership and opportunities for constructive engagement ahead of the elections and beyond.
Speakers include Her Excellency, Olufunke Abdulrasaq, the First Lady of Kwara State; Senator Ipabilo Banigo, representing Rivers West Senatorial District; and others.
Invitations will extend to business leaders, entrepreneurs, current and former public office holders, women seeking elective office, governance specialists, journalists, lawyers, academics, investors and emerging leaders. Male allies, institutional representatives, diplomats and development partners will also be invited.
The Policy Room is intended to continue beyond the election cycle as a recurring convening on women, the economy and national development. Alongside the post-event brief, She Means Business will pursue interviews and follow-up editorial coverage to examine issues emerging from the discussions.
About She Means Business by BusinessDay
She Means Business by BusinessDay is BusinessDay’s women-focused platform, covering women’s leadership, enterprise and economic participation through journalism, interviews and convenings. Its work spans a weekly newspaper column, podcast, magazine and events.
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