Blessing Abeng is a Nigerian branding and communications strategist, tech ecosystem leader, and social impact entrepreneur. She is best known as co‑founder of Disha and co‑founder and former Director of Communications at Ingressive for Good (I4G).
Profile Summary
| Full name | Blessing Abeng |
| Date of birth | 16 October 1994 |
| Place of birth | Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| State of origin | Plateau State |
| Partner | N/A |
| Children | N/A |
| Occupations | Entrepreneur, branding and communications expert, branding consultant, speaker; |
| Net worth | $200,000–$500,000, |
Early Life and Education
She was born on 16 October 1994 in Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria. She has described a disciplined upbringing, with parents who strongly emphasized education, excellence, and participation in extracurricular activities.
Career
Blessing Abeng started her professional journey working with small businesses and agencies as a brand and communications strategist, helping them define their identity, message, and market position. Over time, she became known for simplifying branding and storytelling for startups and creators, teaching them how to clarify their value and communicate it clearly to customers and audiences.
A major milestone is Disha, a platform she co-founded to help creators, freelancers, and professionals build simple online portfolios and “link‑in‑bio” profiles. As Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), she led brand positioning and growth efforts, contributing to its acquisition by Flutterwave, a leading African fintech company, in 2021.
She also co-founded Ingressive for Good (I4G), an ed-tech nonprofit aimed at increasing African youth earning power through tech skills. As Director of Communications, she shaped I4G’s brand, community, and partnerships with global platforms for scholarships and training in software development, design, and data.
She has further served as Co-Director of Startup Grind Lagos, consults via Onbrand, and speaks on branding, tech, and the creator economy.
Personal Life
Publicly, Blessing Abeng focuses more on her work and mission than on private family details. She often credits her parents for instilling confidence, ambition, and a belief that their daughters could achieve anything with discipline and hard work.
Net Worth
Blessing Abeg’s net worth is estimated to be in the range of approximately $200,000– $500,000, garnered from her entrepreneurial ventures, consulting work, and speaking engagements.
Awards and Recognitions
She has been listed on Forbes Africa’s “30 Under 30,” highlighting her as a young African entrepreneur and changemaker. She has also received recognition such as an African Achievers Award and is frequently described as an award‑winning branding and communications professional.
