City Beats
June 19, 2026 by Our Reporter
The maiden edition of the Power Move Conference, themed “From Hidden to Unstoppable: Take Your Seat at the Table,” has been held in Jos, Plateau State, attracting entrepreneurs, professionals, emerging leaders and individuals seeking growth in business, leadership and personal development.
The event, which took place on June 12, 2026, at Odilins Event Center, was organised by Sylvia Matlong Mbai in partnership with Jos Business Women Connect (JBWC).
The conference witnessed an overwhelming turnout, with the venue filled beyond capacity and several participants unable to gain entry due to the large crowd.
Speaking on the vision behind the initiative, the convener, Sylvia Matlong Mbai, said the conference was designed to empower individuals to overcome fear, self-doubt, excuses and limiting beliefs that often hinder them from pursuing opportunities and stepping into positions of influence in leadership, business and society.
She noted that many people possess the potential to make meaningful contributions but remain held back by internal barriers and societal expectations. According to her, the conference was created to challenge those limitations and encourage participants to embrace their capabilities and take bold steps toward achieving their goals.
Mbai added that the platform seeks to equip attendees with the confidence, knowledge and networks needed to thrive in their chosen fields while fostering a culture of leadership, excellence and personal growth.
She said many people already have the talent, potential, and capacity required to succeed but are often held back by personal limitations and concerns about how others perceive them.
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“The truth is that many people already have the talent, potential, and capacity to succeed. What often holds them back is fear, past experiences, self-doubt, and concern about what others may think. Power Move was created to challenge people to move beyond those limitations and become unstoppable,” she said.
The conference featured sessions from respected professionals across different fields, focusing on personal development, leadership, confidence building, and business growth.
A keynote session titled “Breaking the Cycle of Self-Doubt and Limitation: Rewiring Your Mind for Growth and Expansion” encouraged participants to develop a growth mindset and embrace new opportunities.
Representing the Plateau State Commissioner for Women Affairs, Mrs Maureen Dakim, the Director of Women Affairs delivered a presentation titled “Taking Your Seat at the Table: Building the Confidence, Capacity, and Presence to Lead and Influence,” where she stressed the importance of leadership development and purposeful influence.
Leadership expert Mrs Hansatu Adegbite spoke on “Strategic Positioning for Impact: How Leaders Align Their Identity, Voice, and Work to Command Opportunities,” while CEO of Dee Utensils, Mrs Lola Andy, delivered a session on “From Invisibility to Influence: Practical Strategies for Building Visibility, Positioning Yourself, and Accessing Bigger Opportunities.”
A major highlight of the conference was the “Unscripted Stories” segment, where participants heard personal experiences from individuals who shared lessons from their journeys.
Joy Joseph spoke about managing the responsibilities of being a firstborn, staying committed to her values, and building a business as a single woman.
Dongvel Aliyu highlighted the importance of confidence, self-presentation, and personal branding, while Reyit Diket Plang shared how social media helped her connect with opportunities and influential networks.
The conference also featured the “Pitch Your Business Grant” session sponsored by Dee Utensils, where entrepreneurs received financial support to grow their businesses.
Two entrepreneurs received ₦500,000 each, while five others received ₦100,000 each in grants.
Participants also benefited from networking opportunities, product exhibitions, and an Action Statement Reflection Session, where they identified practical steps to implement lessons from the conference.
Following the event, participants shared testimonies of taking bold steps in their businesses, careers, and personal lives as a result of the knowledge and inspiration gained.
The organisers said the success of the Power Move Conference has positioned it as a platform dedicated to helping individuals move from potential to action, increase visibility, and create meaningful impact within their communities.
Participants left the event with renewed confidence and a commitment to take their place at the table and contribute positively in their areas of influence.
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