Her Royal Highness (Dr.) Elizabeth Ajibola is an accomplished business woman, a successsful entrepreneur and a widely respected community leader. These several years, she has made tremendous contribution to the growth and development of the Nigerian economy.

Renowned for pioneering initiatives that foster sustainable development and empower communities, she has a proven track record in business strategy, risk management, and operational excellence across food distribution, agriculture, and financial services. As the founder of multiple thriving ventures, Dr. Ajibola delivers measurable impact across industries while nurturing startups and championing the advancement of women in leadership.

Her extensive academic profile is a testament to her commitment to professional mastery. Her formal education includes a Bachelor of Applied Science in Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations and a Master of Business Administration from the National Open University of Nigeria. She also holds a Master of Science in Global Marketing from the University of Liverpool, and her pursuit of knowledge culminated in a Doctor of Business Administration from Walden University. Further reinforcing her expertise are certifications in Disruptive Strategy from Harvard Business School Online, and professional recognition as a Microfinance Certified Member (MCIBM) and a Fellow of the National Institute of Marketing of Nigeria (FNIMN).

Mrs Ajibola’s entrepreneurial journey is a chronicle of groundbreaking achievements. As Co-Founder of Mount Olive Nigeria Ltd since 1997, she drove 30% annual growth, establishing the company as a market leader with a 40% share in Nigerian food distribution, while simultaneously launching community initiatives that empowered over 2,000 women and supported local farmers. Her commitment to financial inclusion is evident in Brightway Microfinance Bank, which she founded in 2014, building a customer base of over 15,000, supporting 8,000 SMEs, and maintaining a 95% micro-loan repayment rate. Furthermore, through ventures like Betty Distribution, Ever Agro Nigeria Limited (which operates with over 95% women workforce), Mile24 Market Ltd, and Auntie Betty’s Bakery, she has continually promoted sustainable practices, efficiency, and job creation across the agribusiness value chain.

Her Royal Highness’s passion for business and enterprise is deep. Her efforts focus on sustainable growth, women empowerment, community development and innovative practices that drive economic progress across Nigeria. Her unwavering dedication inspires transformative change in industries and societies.

It was in recognition of her accomplishments and contribution to national development in the sphere of Business and Enterprise that HRH (Dr.) Elizabeth Ajibola was deemed worthy to be conferred with the Woman of Merit Gold Award.