Abigail, popularly known as Biggles, is a vibrant entrepreneur and a professional midwife based in Akyem Akrase in the Eastern Region of Ghana. With over five years of experience as a midwife, she continues to serve in the healthcare sector. However, due to the financial challenges that often come with the profession, she decided to branch out into business.
“In our line of work, we often take loans to go back to school or solve personal problems. By the time your salary is paid, deductions leave you with very little. And when you go to the office to express concerns, they tell you someone else is in line before you,” she shared during an interview with DJ Nyaami on Business Link.
Abigail said she realized it was better to overcome shyness and start a side business than to constantly rely on loans.
“I started small. I was born into trade, so it’s in my blood. I first began with second-hand clothing, but when that didn’t work out, I shifted to perfumes, miracle soaps, and health products like Revobit,” she explained.
She now imports quality perfumes from Accra and also promotes health products through network marketing with Revobit International.
“Obeng Darko helped me get started without charging me a dime. Within two hours, I sold what he gave me and paid him back. Now, others are making money through it too.”
According to Abigail, trust and integrity go a long way in business.
“Sometimes you sell on credit, but it’s worth it. A satisfied customer may not pay immediately, but they’ll recommend you to others. That’s how doors open.”
Abigail is married with children and is proud to be building a legacy. She currently runs a bakery—A7D Bakery—and manages her perfume business, Giggle Hub.
“When you’re tired and can’t work anymore, what will sustain you? You have to think long-term. That’s what my husband always tells me.”
She emphasized the need to value even small profits.
“When I sell perfumes from house to house or to drivers and ‘okada’ riders, even if I make GH₵10 on each sale, it adds up. If you make GH₵30 a day, that’s GH₵900 a month. People underestimate small beginnings.”
Her bakery, which she co-manages with staff she trained herself, faced early challenges.
“We once added too much yeast to the bread, which caused problems. But we kept going. Last Wednesday, my husband and I held interviews and hired someone to manage the accounts and battery unit.”
Abigail concluded with advice for others:
“Don’t be ashamed of what you sell. When hard times come, the same people you’re shy of won’t come to your rescue. Let your money work for you. Don’t start big—start small and be consistent. That’s the key to success.”
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