This is the story of a very successful lady who has done so well in the world of Business and Fashion. It is the story of Lagos celebrity lady, Helen Olowo. She is a woman of so many parts. She has excelled in Business. She has also recorded giant strides in the Fashion world.
She is the CEO of Hiberge Resources Ltd. She is the CEO of HRL Style & HRL Fabricsplus. She is the CEO of Access Marbles & Construction. She also plays in the Upstream Sector of Oil and Gas.
She is very
stylish. And many describe her as a fashion mogul.
Recently, CityPeople
got her to tell us her success story. Who is Helen Olowo, we asked. Helen
Olowo, nee Ntukidem is a wife and mother. I am from Akwa Ibom State.”
“I am a product of
the great Unity Schools. Federal Government Girls College, Langtang and
currently the National President of Federal Government Langtang Old Girls
Association (FLOGA).”
“I attended the
University of Lagos. I have a B.sc, a Masters in International Law and
Diplomacy and an MBA.
“I also have a Post Graduate Diploma and an Advanced Diploma in Procurement from the UK, which availed me membership of the Chartered Institute of Procument Supply UK. I have various industry-required certifications and awards.”
We got her to tell us about her many businesses like Construction, Oil & Gas”
“I am a
multifaceted entrepreneur with a diverse portfolio spanning the Upstream Oil
& Gas Industry, Construction, and, of course, the Beauty and Fashion
industry.”
My Business
ventures are in the Oil and Gas industry. I am a Certified procurement
specialist with extensive experience in all aspects of tendering processes,
contract negotiations and due process.”
“I liaise with
NAPIMS/DPR and managed, packaged and compiled various technical/commercial
applications and bidding round processes.”
I established and
negotiated various Joint Ventures and agreements with various companies over
the years.
Hiberge Resources
Ltd. was born in 1993 out of the need to continually fill this gap of service.
In the realm of
Construction, at Access Systems Construction, we have successfully navigated
various projects from 2005 till date,
that have reshaped cityscapes both in the private and public sector. The most
recent being the renovation of The Ondo State House of Assembly from 2022 till
date. We also stock and supply one of the highest-quality building marble
granites in the country.
We got her to tell
us about her success story in Business. “My time in the Corporate world due to
my diligence, astuteness and attention to detail allowed for quick growth and
this informed my business journey and is a
testament to continuous hardworking resilience, and the urge to achieve
even greater heights and new horizons.”
“Overcoming
challenges, I’ve forged a path marked by growth, innovation, and a commitment
to excellence.”
We also got her to
tell us about her love for Fashion. How did she become a fashion mogul?
Through a passion
for fashion. My foray into the fashion industry has always been at the
background. It is fueled by a love for creativity and self-expression. In school, I had always loved the socials
which got me involved in the world of pageantry and at the highest, I also
represented Nigeria in the Miss World pageant in 1993. That was a turning point
in my life and ever since then it has been an uphill journey.”
Through dedication
and a keen eye for Beauty, Art and Trends, HRL Style was born. We have one or
two up our sleeves in the coming year. As a true fashion lover and art curator
that resonates with diverse audiences, I believe the brand HRL Style is just about
to truly evolve.”
We got her to tell
us about her growing-up years. Where was she born?
My growing up was
exciting. Growing up was pretty simple. The typical only girl child in a home
of 4 boys.” “My parents lived in Lagos all their life. My dad worked in
Nigerian Breweries in his early days. My mum worked at Mobil Producing before
she left and delved into business. Did I mention that she was Miss Nigeria in 1968?
She also participated in the Miss World pageant during her reign. (Both my
parents are of blessed memories this year. May their soul rest in Peace.
“So I believe my
formative years laid the foundation for my entrepreneurial spirit and the path
towards Beauty and Fashion.”
“The values instilled during my upbringing have continued to shape my approach to Business and Life.”
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