"“I started Koko By Khloe Beauty as a response to limited quality skincare products in Africa. Unfortunately, there [are too many] hazardous skincare products in the African market. I wanted to go against the status quo and launch a cosmetics line that embraces different skin types and shades, providing them with well-trusted and patented products that nourish and promote healthy glowing skin.”"

"“I call myself the jack of all trades and muscle [to mean strength] of everything,”"

"“My business is all about making sure that all black women feel comfortable in their own skin.”"

"You will fail many times. I have done! But don’t let failure stop you. Embrace failure! Learn from it! When you were learning to walk, you fell so many times. It did not stop you. So, when you fail, keep tweaking what you do until you succeed."

"You will face many nay-sayers who will tell you: You Can’t! I urge you to respond as I always do: Watch Me."

"She also strongly protested a market price control plan, named the Pullen scheme popularly after a British officer, Captain A.P. Pullen, who initiated and directed it"

"She rose to more prominence in 1910 when she became a titled chief by the order and conferment of the Oba of Lagos, Eshugbayi Eleko"

"Alimotu initiated that market women reduce the prices of goods sold in the markets to support the striking workers"

"she led protests against taxation and price control, issues she strongly believed would negatively impact the livelihood of women."

"I am she who is called Pelewura…. . I will not starve in the country I was born in."

"Her concern for education was further demonstrated by the construction of the Sango Mosque in Ibadan, during the 1960’s. In this Mosque she personally paid a group of teachers to provide a free or cheap Muslim education for children.Being initially a unifying figure between the AG and the market-sellers, she became an intermediator between women’s organisations and market women, together with Mama Humuani Alade, another wealthy trader.Her stature and contribution were recognised by the British who awarded her, in June 1961, the prestigious title of Member of the British Empire."From a political point of view, she was one of the founders of the AG women’s wing in 1953. For merchants, she was the veritable AG voice in the market : she organized market women for party campaigns, she taught them songs and gave gifts to thank them for their affiliation to the party.""Her wealth and trade abilities, coupled with her charisma, a strong religious commitment – attested by her pilgrimage to Mecca in 1954 – and a particular concern for merchants’ rights, led her to become a rallying figure for merchants, a personality able to mobilise a great number of people, for economic and socio-political goals.""

"Women should have contentment, no matter the little they have with God’s blessing. It’s unfair for a woman to be outside her home anything after 7pm. We need to be there for these children. But when you are not at home, so many things can happen."

"It was my mother’s baby; it started with Egbe Ifelodun. Then, most schools were Christian schools. One of my sisters wanted to get to St. Annes’s school but could not, she advised her friends to start a Muslim school and God helped through Isabatudeen in Ojoo."

"The rich and those in position of power should fear God, help people and be ready to account for everything. I could remember that my mother was always eager to render all accounts no matter how small the amount might be. She loved giving detailed account about every spending. She won’t lie and she hate liars."

"We should also make our children better off in terms of moral and religious training. In the 50s, 60s, people were not well educated about Islam but things are better now."

"They should pray to God to give them the right husband. It is good to respect your husband and men should reciprocate that gesture. It will be a great mistake to be married to somebody who’s not God fearing."

"In those days, they played politics with love, now it is money and power. That does not mean women cannot be better politicians; they should do it with honesty. For instance, the likes of my mother and Madam Funmilayo Ransome Kuti used the opportunity they had to help a lot of people; but now, we can’t get close to them. You must know what you want to do before going into politics. Our men should stop holding meetings late at nights. In other parts of the world, no political meetings at night. Going into politics does not mean there shouldn’t be time for the family. Many women are brilliant and will deliver if given the opportunity."

"Child education starts from the beginning. I am in support of decent dressing and early training with regard to the use of Hijab by female Muslims because every girl-child should be well-protected. We should train the female Muslims how to dress well. Tight fitting clothes can be tempting, but that is not the way."

"The right place to prove the innocence of anyone accused of wrongdoing is the court of law, not on the pages of newspapers or through shadow-boxing."

"Peer pressure, substance abuse, desperation, and a decline in morality as the root causes of involvement in cultism and cult clashes."

"I’m excited about what lies ahead, and I hope our paths cross again in the future."

"Fashion is a universal language."

"I let you see what I want you to see. Every other thing is private."

"You are married for a reason; you need to keep reminding each other of that and keep the communication open."

"Not everybody can grow with you."

"My mummy will always say you can’t change the world but you can change the little around you."

"It’s like a standard and it’s everywhere. Men will always be men but for you, you should know who you are and what you want."

"Visibility becomes a life line as you climb up the career ladder."

"Self confidence is key- you need to develop a mindset that you are giving instead of collecting- be an asset not a liability."

"Your NETWORK is directly correlated to your SUCCESS level."

"VISIBILITY indeed pushes technical skills into rooms that have resulted in mind blowing opportunities"

"Failure is not fatal, it is the courage to continue that counts."

"Women are engines of economies. The opportunity cost of ignoring the female economy is terribly expensive."

"Every human should have the right to access and the right to compete for opportunities."

"To seize the platters of opportunities available require knowledge seeking with economics at the forefront, as it is a core driver of almost everything that we do."

"Women are essential in promoting economic exchange across countries; dialogue on trade and regional integration is incomplete without discussing policies that support the female economy."

"It’s crucial to maintain a positive outlook, even when the path ahead seems daunting. Optimism is a powerful force that can drive us to overcome seemingly insurmountable challenges."

"Stop worrying about the future. Equip yourself and Thrive!"

"Be kind to yourself and acknowledge your efforts. Each small step you take in the face of adversity is a triumph."

"With the right policies and investments, these emerging industries can significantly contribute to Nigeria’s economic development, creating opportunities for entrepreneurs, artists, and professionals while adding vibrancy and uniqueness to our economic profile."

"My career as an economist revolves around macro financial and development economics. My first stint as a professional economist was at the Central Bank of Nigeria where I worked in the Fiscal Division Unit under the research department of the bank, which exposed me to government revenue and expenditure analysis. After this, I worked briefly as a research analyst for African Positive Outlook in the United Kingdom before joining the sub-National Ratings team at Fitch Ratings Milan, Italy."

"Education, they taught me, was not just about personal advancement but also a means to create positive change."

"The creative industry, in particular, has shown remarkable potential, contributing to job creation and export revenue. By nurturing and supporting these sectors, Nigeria can tap into new avenues for growth and innovation, adding to the diversity of its economic landscape"

"Education was also a cornerstone of my upbringing. My parents fostered a love for learning that continues to drive me to this day."

"Furthermore, my contributions have also supported notable committees setup by development agencies like the World Bank. In addition, I have been included in the IMF Article IV consultations and been an active member of the Africa Development Bank Annual Meetings and currently sit as a member of the Board committee on Research at the Nigeria Economic Summit Group. I have gained hands-on experience with both internal and external communication."

"This sense of community instilled in me a strong sense of responsibility and the belief that we all have a role to play in uplifting our society. It also fueled my passion for giving back and contributing to the welfare of others."

"Educating girls translates into better knowledge and skills acquisition needed to push them towards becoming economically active as adults, so, contributing to national productivity."

"It gets better as I get older, just like good wine."