Princess Joy Osifo (born June 10, 1981) is a Nigerian businesswoman and entrepreneur, popularly known as the "Queen of Oil and Gas" for her contributions to the oil and gas industry.[1][2][3][4][5]
Princess Joy Osifo | |
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| Born | Joy Osifo June 10, 1981 Warri, Delta State |
| Organization | JENIKS Group |
| Parent(s) | Elder David and Deaconess Elizabeth Elizabeth |
| Website | www.princessosifo.com |
She is the President/Founder of JENIKS Group and the Princess Foundation (The Helping Hands Home).
Early life and education
editPrincess Joy Osifo studied law and worked as a banker for a few years before rising to a managerial position in two Nigerian banks in Abuja and Port Harcourt.[6]
She was mentored by one of Nigeria's top bankers, known for his intelligence and strict adherence to business rules.[7] She also obtained a Master of Business Administration degree in Business Law and completed professional courses at Harvard and in Cyprus.
Awards and nominations
editJeniks Group
editFounded in 2011, Jeniks Energy Group has been a significant player in the oil and gas industry. The group has key hubs in Ghana, Kenya, and Dubai, and recently expanded its strategic partnership with a global gas investment firm, securing representation for Qatar's gas reserves in Africa.[10][11][12]
Career
editAfter studying law, Princess Osifo transitioned into banking, where she rose to managerial positions in two Nigerian banks.[13] She eventually left banking to establish Jeniks Group, an oil and gas company.[14]
Philanthropy
editPrincess Osifo founded the Princess Foundation (The Helping Hands Home) to provide scholarships and skills acquisition training for children. Since its establishment in 2017, the foundation has helped over 1,000 children. The foundation also cares for the elderly and has trained nearly 1,100 people in various fields.[15]
References
edit- ^ Ogbonnaya, Roland (2023-12-30). "Jeniks Group's Expanding Strategic Gas Partnership With Qatar". Independent Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-03-21.
- ^ "Princess Osifo: The 'Queen of Gas' Expanding Strategic Partnerships for Jeniks Energy Group". ThisDay Live. Retrieved 2024-03-21.
- ^ "Jeniks Group Expands Gas Partnership with Qatar for African Investment". Abuja City Journal. 2023-12-30. Retrieved 2024-03-21.
- ^ "Joy Osifo Refreshed at 40". ThisDay Live. Retrieved 2024-03-21.
- ^ "Princess Joy Osifo celebrates her birthday with stunning photos". Linda Ikeji's Blog. 2021-06-10. Retrieved 2024-03-21.
- ^ "Quitting Banking Was A Leap Of Fate – Princess Osifo". Independent Nigeria. 2021-08-14. Retrieved 2024-03-21.
- ^ Nkwazema, Stanley (2021-08-23). "Rebirth of Princess Osifo at 40". The Nigerian Xpress. Retrieved 2024-03-21.
- ^ Obogo, Chinelo (2022-05-13). "Okowa, Sanwo-Olu, Ikpeazu, Abiodun, others win US awards". The Sun Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-03-21.
- ^ Vanguard Allure (2023-04-30). "Folorunsho Alakija, 20 others honoured at 2nd WIME Awards". Vanguard Allure. Retrieved 2024-03-21.
- ^ "Jeniks Group Expands Gas Partnership with Qatar for African Investment". Abuja City Journal. 2023-12-30. Retrieved 2024-03-21.
- ^ Ogbonnaya, Roland (2023-12-30). "Jeniks Group's Expanding Strategic Gas Partnership With Qatar". Independent Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-03-21.
- ^ "Qatar-Jeniks Gas Partnership Extends Reach to 11 African Nations". Leadership News. 2023-12-27. Retrieved 2024-03-21.
- ^ Nkwazema, Stanley (2021-08-23). "Rebirth of Princess Osifo at 40". The Nigerian Xpress. Retrieved 2024-03-21.
- ^ "Qatar-Jeniks Gas Partnership Extends Reach to 11 African Nations". Leadership News. 2023-12-27. Retrieved 2024-03-21.
- ^ "Quitting Banking Was A Leap Of Fate – Princess Osifo". Independent Nigeria. 2021-08-14. Retrieved 2024-03-21.