Skye Bank empowers women entrepreneurs

As part of its efforts to empower women across various sectors of the Nigerian economy, Skye Bank Plc presented certificates of proficiency to three lucky members of the Skye Pearl community who participated in the just -concluded threemonth art of fashion training organised by Ibile Vogue Academy.

The training, which is a give-back initiative of Skye Bank and Ibile Vogue Academy, entails both executive and full time classes that teaches students everything about fashion; from pattern drafting, colour sequencing, garment construction to soft business skills; as well as provide linkages to help students develop their own clothing line with the aim of grooming top notch fashionprenuers.

Speaking at the presentation of the certificate, the Head, Retail Banking, Skye Bank Plc Mrs. Ayodele Olojede, lauded the graduands and praised everyone who played a significant role in making the dreams of the participants in the training come true. She challenged them to start adding value with the skills they have acquired, so as to stay competitive.

Mrs. Olojede also noted that the initiative was embarked upon as part of the gains of being part of the Skye Pearl community. “This, for us, is both a give-back and value adding vemtire under our Skye Pearl Initiative beyond just funding which a bank is naturally known for. Our aim is to address the peculiar challenges of the woman, the wife, the mother and the professional with a view to empowering her economically.”

Director of Studies, Ibile Vogue Academy, Mrs. Temitope Olanre-Alade, applauded the bank for the initiative and particularly for providing the platform (Skye Pearl) that made it possible for her organization to also give back to society. In her words to the graduands: “You owe Skye Bank and Ibile Vogue Academy immensely and therefore you should do everything within your power to make us proud.”