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Odunayo Eweniyi Quotes

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Odunayo Eweniyi

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“The biggest resource for you outside of school is Google.”

We’re not just building tech. We’re building systems that allow people to dream again—women, young people, the underserved.”

I think that women hear a lot of ‘Don't quit’ or ‘Speak up’. Women have been working and pushing, so perhaps, it's time to speak to the other part of the table: Give Women Capital.

You were born a woman, you don’t have any control over that so you have to make the best of it.”

When you have a problem, the problem is there, and it’s not going to go away. You can cry, you can be sad, but the problem will still be there.”

Embrace failure and be ready for it: it will happen at some point, so it just depends on what you do with it.

Women need to stay steady, know who they are and where they are going.

“Solve the problems you see around you.”

Keep working hard, keep building. Eventually, the world will recognise your worth.

For me, the mission is that all women should be included, and I feel I have a responsibility to bring more women in.

I thought that it was interesting how young people were going to be able to contribute to the future of Nigeria… I can only say that I was taking a chance on being a viable part.

Aim very high. Work very hard. Care very deeply.” This principle, inspired by her father, underscores her approach to entrepreneurship—setting bold goals, dedicating effort, and maintaining empathy and integrity

I invest in capital markets because I learnt it from Google, I invest financially because I learnt it from edX, open source technology and you being able to pick up digital skills are going to be key.”

A feminist leader will recognize that all women and all men deserve equal opportunities to pursue fulfilling careers and lives, and put structures in place to help others live up to their potential and drive meaningful change.

It's a lot of work to start and grow a business in this climate. Some of the challenges include the regulations and a lack of adequate infrastructure, We know for sure that there is talent in Nigeria.

Set ambitious goals, dedicate yourself to relentless effort and show genuine care in your endeavours. This combination of aspiration, hard work and heartfelt commitment is a recipe for meaningful achievement.

When I started, I thought it was impossible, probably because there were not enough women just breaking down the barriers.I consider it an honour to be here, in tech, doing what I’m doing today; and I desperately want to see more women and girls just come into their own.

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Quotes and notes from Wikiquote: Odunayo Eweniyi (page history), available under CC BY-SA 4.0.