I. UGIAGBE

This study focuses on the correlate of women empowerment and economic growth in Egor Local Government Area in Edo State, and five research questions were formulated to guide the study. The study employed a descriptive research design. The sample size for the study comprised of two hundred respondents. Random sampling techniques was used in the selection of respondents, The findings show that On one hand, there is a strong and recognized trend of women's involvement in entrepreneurship and small businesses (85% affirmation). On the other hand, this engagement occurs in an environment of significant constraint. Key deficits were identified in. It was observed that women do not have access to necessary financial resources like loans and grants. The study conclude that The current model of limited engagement and ineffective policy support is yielding sub-optimal results for both women and the local economy. Unlocking women's full economic potential requires a concerted and sincere effort to dismantle the identified barriers and create a truly enabling environment. This work thus recommended that The Egor LGA council should establish a "Gender Desk" responsible for disseminating information about government programs in local languages through town hall meetings, radio jingles, and collaboration with women's associations.