HOT SEAT: ‘Workshop Mom’ at the wheel of big change for women in Nigeria
Tokunbo Adegoju never intended to fix cars, but these days, on the radio and at work, she is called on as a trusted expert to diagnose vehicle defects. Her mentoring of trainees is opening doors for others too.
Tokunbo Adegoju, a senior automotive technician at Auto Medics in Lagos, has become a trusted expert in diagnosing vehicle faults through her radio programs on Eko FM and Lagos Traffic Radio. Despite not initially planning to work in automotive repair, Adegoju's curiosity and father's support led her to develop skills in fixing household items, eventually leading her to consider automotive repair as a profession.
Her work helps bridge cultural barriers and inspire women to enter the field, which has been historically underrepresented. Adegoju's training of young mechanics, including other women, exemplifies the push to boost female participation in technical careers in Nigeria.
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