Unilever rewards Delta academy with N1m grant at WIMBIZ conference

Unilever Nigeria has awarded a N1m grant to Kairox Leadership Academy, winner of the 2026 Impact Investment Award at the 25th annual Women in Management, Business and Public Service (WIMBIZ) Conference.

The grant is aimed at supporting the academy’s efforts to equip young people with practical and relevant skills to bridge the gap between formal education and workplace demands.

Unilever Nigeria announced the award in a statement issued on November 6, 2026, saying the initiative aligns with its Future-X Campus Ambassadors Programme and commitment to youth empowerment.

The company’s Head of Corporate Affairs, Communications and Sustainability, Zainab Obagun, said the support reflects Unilever’s commitment to initiatives that create opportunities for young people.

“At Unilever, we believe that empowering young people requires supporting initiatives that equip them with the knowledge and practical skills needed to navigate the future,” Obagun said.

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She added that the company was pleased to support the academy’s efforts to bridge learning gaps and create opportunities for young people in Delta State.

Responding, the Co-founder of Kairox Leadership Academy, Omolade Ajoko, expressed appreciation to Unilever, saying the grant would strengthen the academy’s skills development programmes.

Ajoko also assured that the funds would be properly accounted for and used for their intended purpose.

The WIMBIZ conference brings together women in management, business and public service to promote leadership, entrepreneurship and professional development.