The Centre has empowered 1,346 women at the Grooming Splash 2025 event.
Grooming People for Better Livelihood Centre announced that it provided business support items to 1,346 of its members during the 14th edition of its annual Grooming Splash event, which took place recently in Lagos.
Dr. Godwin Nwabunka, the Chief Executive Officer, stated in a press release that this initiative demonstrates the centre’s ongoing commitment to recognizing hard work and supporting small businesses.
“Grooming Splash is one of the ways we assist women; we also offer a scholarship program for the children of these women in secondary schools, as well as grants for undergraduates and postgraduate students,” Nwabunka mentioned.
He said that women from Lagos, Oyo, Ogun, Edo, Abia, and Abuja were awarded various tools through a computer-generated raffle.
“The prizes included 82 deep freezers, 58 5KVA generators, 58 large double-door refrigerators, 82 small double-door refrigerators, 106 3KVA generators, 480 coolers with a capacity of 150L, and another 480 coolers with a capacity of 110L. We selected 58 winners from each of our 24 zones across 32 states and the Federal Capital Territory,” he stated.
The Executive Director of Programmes, Alexander Enyinnah, stated that this year the centre has increased the number of prizes to more effectively demonstrate its impact and to acknowledge the diligent efforts of its clients. “Even during challenging economic times, we believe our members deserve recognition,” he remarked.
Moreover, Isoken Nwabunka, the Executive Director of Administration, underscored the centre’s commitment to helping clients improve their businesses. “These resources aim to bolster livelihoods and convey our appreciation to the women,” she pointed out.
To ensure transparency, the organization clarified that the draws were conducted using digital systems. “We utilized technology to guarantee that the draw occurs in real-time, maintaining an open and fair process,” explained Louisa Chukwuemeka, the Head of Digital Operations.
Winners reportedly expressed their appreciation and astonishment. “Beatrice Olaosun, who won a refrigerator, mentioned that it would aid her in storing perishables and expanding her business. Eucharia Nwabuna, who received a generator, was taken aback when she received the call informing her of her win, and she came to see it for herself. Valentina Alozie, who secured the top prize, a deep freezer, described it as a much-needed enhancement for her daily business operations.
The yearly Grooming Splash is part of the center’s wider effort aimed at assisting micro-entrepreneurs nationwide and enhancing household income through ongoing and direct support,” the statement noted.