In recognition of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, GBfoods, a leading multinational consumer goods company, the makers of Gino tomato paste, Gino party jollof tomato seasoning mix, Gino max seasoning cubes, Bama mayonnaise, Gino herbs and spices, and others, hosted an engaging science-focused event at Eva Adelaja Girls Secondary School in Bariga, Lagos State, on February 21, 2024. The initiative aimed to inspire and empower young girls to pursue careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).
Distinguished attendees included Stephanie Omobuwajo, HR Director at GBfoods; Oreoluwa Atinmo, Marketing Director at GBfoods; Chidozie Denis; Gbagada Factory Manager; Tokunbo Aderibigbe, Corporate Affairs & Communications Manager; Susan Olotu, Production Assurance Lead; female science students, teachers, the school Principal, Mrs. Soyoye; and Vice Principal, Mrs. Ladipo.
The event, an integral part of GBfoods’ commitment to fostering inclusivity and supporting the girl child, featured engaging activities, inspirational sessions, and speeches meticulously crafted to kindle the students’ curiosity and passion for science. GBfoods representatives, through sharing their valuable insights and experiences, motivated the girls to pursue careers in STEM fields.
Oreoluwa Atinmo, the Marketing Director at GBfoods, recounted her journey as a science student and a female in STEM before successfully transitioning to Marketing. She encouraged the students and reiterated GBfoods’ unwavering commitment to contributing home-grown solutions to global challenges.
“At GBFoods, we foster a well-balanced society that champions inclusivity, innovation, and excellence. We are dedicated to supporting and encouraging you to become better innovators in society,” stated Atinmo.
Chidozie Denis, the Factory Manager at Gbfoods, conveyed a message urging the female students to demonstrate diligence and perseverance in their pursuits for success. He also extended an invitation to the students, encouraging them to gain insights from practical science examples through an educational excursion at the Gbfoods factory.
In a demonstration of GBfoods’ commitment to advancing science education, the company donated a range of support materials to the school’s science laboratories. These materials include laboratory coats, meter rules, a life-sized laboratory human skeleton, laboratory cabinets, beakers, and other essential lab equipment, all aimed at enhancing science classes at the school. Furthermore, GBfoods donated some of their household products like Gino tomato paste, Gino party jollof tomato seasoning mix, Gino max seasoning cubes, Gino curry, and Gino thyme to the school kitchen.
