About Manna Initiative
A formal, public-facing initiative empowering women and youth through training, mentorship, and community.
It all started from a free Training Class organised by AMCLINS RONAMARY LIMITED, in 2009, where baking, cookery and confectioneries are demonstrated every first Wednesday monthly. About 250 number of people had been trained through our FREE monthly training classes. We have had testimonials of people that have learnt new recipes that they have incorporated into their businesses and family kitchens. Our monthly free trainings also cover essential skills and knowledge for business management (such as finance, legal matters, healthy living, safety etc) are facilitated by seasoned professionals from all walks of life.
Thereafter, 2015 an end of year carnival erupted, showcasing competitions, exhibitions, and product display of the free class participants. Membership grew and participation was great. Then committees were put together and started official carnival planning.
Chairperson for 2017 was Mrs Stella Akomolafe. Chairperson for 2018 was Mrs Olubusola Popoola. Chairperson for 2020 was Mrs Patina Deba‑Mordi.
We then launched our first Magazine named Amclins Connect by embarking on sponsored training programs in 2020 and 2021. This was a Success, we trained up to 400 participants and hosted them at our yearly carnival to appreciate the active participants who exhibited their products.
With over 230 participants on WhatsApp. Practical sections migrated to WhatsApp during Covid‑19 pandemic. And participants increased monthly via links shared. Chairperson for 2021 was Mrs Bibiana Ikeni. Carnival and Second Training Program.
These two training programs birthed MANNA. We officially received MANNA certificate of incorporation as an NGO on the 16th of May 2022. The Chairperson for 2022 training is Mrs Abosede Steven‑Okpeh. She is to launch MANNA first training and empowerment program. All plans and activities are on top gear.
Our Team
Mrs Linda Etute
Amclins Cakes
amclins.cakes@yahoo.com
Mrs Justina Deba Paul-Mordi
Patina Consult Ltd
patinaconsult@gmail.com
Mrs Atsevah Margaret
FUNEZ bakery and confectionaries
funeznigeria@gmail.com
Mrs Abosede Steven-Okpeh
Oaksandsugar
omoshefunmi@yahoo.com
Mrs Uche Tombri
Noble Events Management
ucheojede@yahoo.com
Mrs Bibiana Ikeni
Make ‘a’ Bake
bibiwhyte09@gmail.com
Mrs Doris Ehizokhale Akue ACA, ACTI, MBA
CueGas Limited
info@cuegasltd.com
Mrs Akomolafe Stella Bosede
Vistebart Creative Hand
stellalonge@yahoo.com
Mrs Ebitimi Udo
Salt of the Earth
ebiti_udo@yahoo.co.uk
Mrs Olubusola Popoola
BID Pasteries
Mrs Adebola Beatrice Akolade
Sabbaoth Catering Services
sabbaoth11@gmail.com
Our Journey
Free Training Classes Begin
AMCLINS RONAMARY LIMITED organized monthly free classes demonstrating baking, cookery and confectioneries. Over 250 people were trained. Essential business skills sessions (finance, legal, health, safety) were facilitated by seasoned professionals.
End‑of‑Year Carnival
An end‑of‑year carnival emerged, showcasing competitions, exhibitions, and product displays by free‑class participants. Committees formed and official carnival planning began.
Chairperson
Mrs Stella Akomolafe served as Chairperson.
Chairperson
Mrs Olubusola Popoola served as Chairperson.
Magazine & Sponsored Training
Launched Amclins Connect magazine and sponsored training programs. Trained up to 400 participants and hosted them at the yearly carnival.
Chairperson & Growth
Chairperson: Mrs Bibiana Ikeni. Practical sessions migrated to WhatsApp during the COVID‑19 pandemic, with over 230 participants and monthly growth via shared links.
MANNA Incorporation
MANNA officially received NGO certificate of incorporation on 16 May 2022. Chairperson for 2022 training: Mrs Abosede Steven‑Okpeh, launching MANNA’s first training and empowerment program.