In partnership with Premier Business Network (PBN), SoMe Solutions launched the Unicorn Project, a ₦20 million initiative to spotlight and scale Nigeria’s next iconic women-led brand. Today, we are proud to unveil the 20 outstanding businesses that made it to this year’s shortlist, and the five remarkable finalists now in the running to be crowned the Unicorn Brand.
Women entrepreneurs continue to face an uneven playing field. In Nigeria, less than 2% of venture capital funding reaches women-led businesses, despite their significant role in innovation, job creation, and community impact. The Unicorn Project was created to close this gap, equipping one deserving entrepreneur with ₦500,000 in cash, a ₦20 million PR and brand package, mentorship, influencer partnerships, and visibility across Africa.
Top 20 Finalists
Selected from over 120 applications, these 20 trailblazing women-led businesses stood out for their innovation, impact, and growth potential. From fashion to food, wellness to agriculture, they are breaking barriers and making bold moves in their industries:
- Gusi Tobby Ker – School of Service
- Cynthia Coco Anetor-Sokei – Studio by Designs
- Toluwanimi Fagunleka – Tanu Creations
- Adebisi Opeyemi – Pemnia Wellness
- Grace Omokherebhe Richard – Medic on the Move
- Dr. Kieva Chris-Amusan – Fertitude
- Nora – Chizia Foods
- Ololade Eniola – Afro by Nature
- Zigwai Bernice Dogo – Zee_Beauty
- Omotoke Ogunwomoju – Seamstress Lagos
- Noimot Oluwakemisola Ilori – Homefoodly
- Assiah Oyagbola – Dulcet Healthy Treats
- Enwongo-Abasi Gabriel Etia-Obong – Etia’s Farms
- Aderoju Dasola Elizabeth – Eliz-Bags & Accessories
- Nancy Amaku – Chef Nahnah Foods & Confectionaries Ltd
- Lateefah Jimoh Garuba – Empress Lateefah
- Abejide Oluwatosin Mercy – House of Rheevo Limited
- Fadipe Oluwatunmise Fatimah – R.teemah Domain
- Ayomide Oludipe – MIDE
- Marie Ene – Londya
Each of these entrepreneurs has officially joined the Unicorn Community, which provides business support programs, mentorship, exclusive discounts, networking opportunities, and access to resources that help them grow.
Meet the Top 5 Finalists
After rigorous virtual interviews and assessments, our panel of judges selected the Top 5 who represent the very best of innovation, resilience, and entrepreneurial vision:
✨ Nancy Amaku – Chef Nahnah Foods & Confectionaries Ltd
✨ Aderoju Dasola Elizabeth – Eliz-Bags & Accessories
✨ Opeyemi Adebisi – Pemnia Wellness
✨ Kieva Chris-Amusan – Fertitude
✨ Abejide Oluwatosin Mercy – House of Rheevo Limited
“These women represent the creativity, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit that define the future of African business,” said Elizabeth Osho, Founder of SoMe Solutions. “The Unicorn Project isn’t just about funding,it’s about transforming visibility into opportunity, and potential into a legacy brand.”
What’s Next
The five finalists will now enter the public engagement phase, where their stories and short videos will be shared online for community feedback and voting. This will guide the judges’ final decision before the grand reveal of the Unicorn Brand.
The judging panel includes respected industry leaders such as Peter Gbologe (PBN), Morenike Molehin (Oak and Teak), Ifedayo Durosinmi-Etti (Herconomy), Ayisat Agbaje-Okunade (LJLA), Emem Ime Okwoche (EMEM Fashion), and Adebolu Ezipke (SoMe Solutions).
A Note of Thanks
SoMe Solutions extends gratitude to its sponsors, Complete Sports Nigeria, PoshClick, JustBrandIt, GetUp Inc., and Brand Communicator, for powering this journey and helping shape the future of women-led businesses in Nigeria.
The journey to finding Nigeria’s next Unicorn Brand is just beginning. Stay tuned as we prepare to celebrate the woman whose vision will be transformed into a household name.
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