Eno Essien

Eno Essien
Born
Eno-Obong Essien

(1982-05-13) May 13, 1982
EducationUniversity of Calabar
OccupationTechnology Entrepreneur
Years active2007–present
Known forFounder Of Rheytrak Limited

Eno-Obong Essien is a Nigerian technology entrepreneur and chief executive officer at Rheytrak Limited, a Vehicle Tracking and Recovery company, which she started in 2007.[1] In 2012, she was nominated as the Future Awards Entrepreneur of the Year (Technology)[2][3] and the only female CEO in the Vehicle Tracking Industry in Nigeria.[4][5] She serves as the Public Relations Officer of the Association of Telematics Operators of Nigeria and sits on the Governing Council of the Lagos Business School Alumni Association (LBSAA)

Early life and education

Essien was born on 13 May 1982 to Nsikak and Naomi Essien.[6] She did her Secondary School education in Chrisland Schools[7] before proceeding to University of Calabar where she graduated with a bachelor's degree in microbiology.[8] She has a postgraduate diploma from the National Open University of Nigeria and alumnus of the Lagos Business School.[9]

Career

In 2007, Essien founded Rheytrak Limited, the first female owned vehicle tracking company in Nigeria.[10] She is the Public Relation officer of the Association of Telematics Operations of Nigeria[11] and a member of the governing council of the Lagos Business School Alumni Association.[12]

Health and advocacy

Essien is a breast cancer survivor. Following her diagnosis and recovery, she became an advocate for early cancer detection and resilience, channelling her experience into public speaking and mentorship.[13] In recognition of her cancer survival journey and entrepreneurial resilience, she was invited to ring the closing bell at the Nigerian Stock Exchange.[14]

In 2024, she authored her debut book Unstoppable: My Journey of Resilience and Overcoming Cancer, documenting her experience with cancer diagnosis, treatment and recovery, and encouraging others facing similar challenges to persist.[15]

Awards and recognition

Writing

In 2024, she authored her debut book titled Unstoppable: My Journey of Resilience and Overcoming Cancer, which documents her journey towards overcoming cancer.[22][23][24]

References

  1. ↑ Omotayo, Joseph (2020-08-30). "Nigerian woman Eno marks 13 years anniversary of running business in the country". Legit.ng. Archived from the original on 2023-02-01. Retrieved 2023-02-01.
  2. ↑ "A full list of Future Awards nominees". Channels Television. 23 August 2012. Retrieved 2023-02-01.
  3. ↑ Inyang, Ifreke (2012-07-18). "The Future Awards 2012: The Full Nominees' List". Daily Post. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2023-02-01.
  4. ↑ "'I believe one needs to be persistent in whatever one does'". The Guardian. Lagos, Nigeria. 2019-05-18. Retrieved 2023-02-01.
  5. ↑ RITA (2020-10-25). "Eno Essien: Life After Cancer". Vanguard. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2023-02-01.
  6. ↑ "ENO ESSIEN; UNLOCKING A DREAM LIFE". This Day. Retrieved 2025-01-01.
  7. ↑ "Alumni Profile: Eno-Obong Essien -". Chrisland Schools. Retrieved 2025-01-01.
  8. ↑ Nigeria, Guardian (2019-05-18). "'I believe one needs to be persistent in whatever one does'". The Guardian. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2025-01-01.
  9. ↑ "#LLAInterview: "Failure Shouldn't Mar You, It Should Make You" #LLA Meets Eno Essien, Founder, Rheytrak Limited – Leading Ladies Africa". Retrieved 2025-01-01.
  10. ↑ Wazobia Max TV (2018-11-27). First Female Car Tracker _ Eno Essien - Hello Nigeria. Retrieved 2025-01-01 – via YouTube.
  11. ↑ admin (2017-09-04). "Association of Telematics Operators of Nigeria Berths". SocietyReporters | Welcome to SocietyReporters.com ...News as it happens!!!. Retrieved 2025-01-01.
  12. ↑ "Alumni". Lagos Business School. Retrieved 2025-01-01.
  13. ↑ "Eno Essien breast cancer survivor harps on power of resilience in her book Unstoppable". BusinessDay. Lagos, Nigeria. 2024-12-14. Retrieved 2026-07-03.
  14. ↑ "Eno Essien Official Website". Eno Essien. Retrieved 2026-07-03.
  15. ↑ "Eno Essien Book Launch Advocates for Early Cancer Detection". ThisDay Style. Retrieved 2026-07-03.
  16. ↑ TFAA (2013-02-18). "TFAA 2012 NOMINEES". The Future Awards Africa. Retrieved 2025-01-01.
  17. ↑ Nigeria, News Agency of (2019-10-24). "ELOY Awards 2019: Full List of Nominees". The Herald. Retrieved 2025-01-01.
  18. ↑ BellaNaija.com (2021-11-07). "The Nominees for Exquisite Ladies of the Year (ELOY) Awards 2021 Are…". BellaNaija. Retrieved 2025-01-01.
  19. ↑ Nigeria, Guardian (2019-12-28). "Women who made impact in 2019". The Guardian. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2025-01-01.
  20. ↑ "Her Network Announces Nominees, Special Honorees for 3rd Annual Woman of the Year Awards". Her Network. 2019-11-04. Retrieved 2025-01-01.
  21. ↑ "Her Network Announces Nominees Special Honorees for 3rd Annual Woman of the Year Awards". Her Network. 2019-11-04. Retrieved 2026-07-03.
  22. ↑ "ENO ESSIEN; UNLOCKING A DREAM LIFE". This Day. Retrieved 2025-01-01.
  23. ↑ Okeke-Korieocha, Ifeoma (2024-12-14). "Eno Essien, breast cancer survivor harps on power of resilience in her book "Unstoppable'". BusinessDay. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2025-01-01.
  24. ↑ "Eno Essien's Book Launch Advocates for Early Cancer Detection – THISDAY Style". Retrieved 2025-01-01.
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