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Arc. Ogola Lois Kange holds a BSc, Msc in Architecture from the prestigious Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. She is the CEO of SMILEY'Z MOBILE KITCHEN located in Kaduna State. She is actively involved in social enterprises and organizing events aimed at giving back to the society and empowering youth. TMG> How did you make the transition from being an architect to becoming a chef? Ogola> I have always had an adventurous palette. Growing up, my mother influenced my love for good health and tasty food; she had cook books and I'm always interested in trying out new meals. However, after completing my NYSC with high hopes of a good job or being retained as a lecturer in the department of Architecture ABU where I served, and that didn't happen. I had God's guidance leading me to start something which I'm glad I did. TMG> Did you go to culinary school and what credentials did you earn? Ogola> My culinary acumen comes from many experiments conducted ...

Fatima Kure is the CEO of KuresKouture, a boutique in Abuja which sells unique outfits ranging from Arabian gowns (Abayas) Kimonos, dresses for special occasions and lots more. She is currently studying English at Kaduna State University. Her ultimate goal is to become a CNN reporter and successful entrepreneur.   TMG> Was there something special that made you go into selling outfits for women? Fatima> I went into this business because I love the fashion world and dressing people up.   TMG> What sort of goods does your company sell? Fatima> My company sells Abayas, Kimonos, Gowns , Dresses for pre-weddings. TMG> Which areas do you need to improve on in your company? Fatima> I need more workers to ease the job of being an entrepreneur, however, I can do other things myself. TMG> What do you feel is the next step in developing your sales' skills? Fatima> The next step in developing my sales is Advertising and promotions to ...

Muhammed.N.Ibrahim is an Undergraduate studying Industrial Design at the prestigious Ahmadu Bello University. He speaks to TMG about his work as an Online media PR and CEO of Arewa PicAward, which mostly promotes Arewa Culture. TMG>What is it like being a media and events manager and did you train to be a Media influencer? Muhammed> I am into media and events management because I have passion for it. Although I didn't attend a formal training, I have attended different seminars on media and entrepreneur programs. I was trained as a media influencer by attending seminars and reading online scripts about media. TMG> How many employees report to you? Muhammed> I have 3 employees for now. TMG> Tell us about an accomplishment that you are most proud of in your career. Muhammed> I am proud of an event I promoted alone and the turn out was very impressive. I was so happy about that achievement. TMG> Tell us about your management style and ho...

CEO and Founder of IZZABITES, Aisha Barkindo Bakari, is a self taught baker, chef and caterer. TMG was interested in how this Psychologist-turned entrepreneur manages her home-run business. TMG> Tell us about yourself and your business Aisha> I’m originally from Adamawa State, born and bred in Jos, Plateau State. I graduated from University of Jos where I studied Psychology. I am married and blessed with two lovely daughters. It all started out in 2012 where my passion for good food and quality service evolved from making my family and friends happy to becoming a household name to so many clientele. TMG> You are into so many things at the same time- baking, catering, etc. Is that a business strategy? Aisha> I grew up around so many individuals who work hard at what they do. Overtime, it became a part of me. I saw so many opportunities to utilize, from cooking, and found interest in baking and most recently, cocktails. My inquisitiveness to know how things are ma...

Muhammed Abdulwahab is the founder and CEO of Foodoor online in Minna, Niger state. Foodoor online specialises in food & items delivery services. He spoke with TMG about the business's success and challenges.  TMG> Tell us about yourself Muhammed: I'm Muhammed Abdulwahab, born and brought up in an urban settlement along Pantaker Gulubi Road, Tundun Nupawa in Kaduna state. I attended Mashhad International School, Kaduna for my nursery and primary education after which I proceeded to Government Secondary School, Tundun Nupawa for my junior secondary education and then Best Start International School for my Senior Secondary School Education. After my secondary education, I applied for the NDA, went for a 2- weeks screening but unfortunately, I wasn't shortlisted as a finalist. In 2014, I moved on to seek admission in the Federal University of Technology, Minna and I was granted admission in 2015 to study Mathematics and graduated in the year 2021. I graduate...

Zaynab Mohammed is the CEO/MD of Zaynab Travel and Tourism Ltd., a successful travel agency in Abuja. She takes TMG into the world of travel and tour business and advises the youths to be honest, transparent, humble, patient and sincere in life and know that success comes with struggles and challenges.  TMG>Tell us about your background and why you decided to go into the travel agency business> Zaynab> I was born into the family of Alh. J. Y. Mohammad and Hajiya Abu Aliyu both from Bida Local Government Area of Niger State. I started my early education in Ilorin, Kwara State then proceeded to Makurdi, Benue State and later, Bida and Minna in Niger State. I have a Diploma in Law from Justice Fati Lami Abubakar College of Legal & General Studies, Minna and a Diploma in Ticketing& Travel Agency Mgt from the College of Aviation and Mgt Studies, Lagos. I also obtained an Amadeus GDS Training Certificate and SABRE GDS Training Certificate. Travel, tourism And...