Miller of the Month –  Jessica Nworgu, Quality Control Manager at Flour Mills of Nigeria (FMN)

For our August Miller of the Month feature, we are proud to highlight Jessica Nworgu, Quality Control Manager at Flour Mills of Nigeria (FMN). FMN recently achieved significant recognition at the 2025 Micronutrient Fortification Awards, with four of their brands: Golden Penny Prime Flour, Golden Penny Confectionary Flour, Classic All Purpose, and Superfine wheat flour jointly securing the top position in the Top Five Excellence Awards.

1. Why did you decide to join Millers for Nutrition?
Flour Mills of Nigeria (Golden Penny) joined Millers for Nutrition because we believe we can achieve more when we work together with other millers. The platform offers a unique opportunity for us learn new ideas, share experiences, and get the right support to make our fortification work even better. This includes access to cutting-edge research, innovative fortification techniques, regulatory insights, and a forum for peer-to-peer learning with other leading millers committed to similar goals.

2. Tell us about your commitment to food fortification
For us, food fortification is more than a business requirement, it is a commitment to improving lives. Every batch of flour we produce is meticulously checked to ensure optimal micronutrient levels, safety, and nutrition, aligning with Flour Mills of Nigeria’s mantra: “Feeding the nation with nutritious food everyday.”

3. Tell us about your gender equity program. How has it impacted your business?
At FMN, we are dedicated to creating opportunities for women across all areas of our company, including technical, operational, and leadership roles. Through comprehensive training, mentorship programs, and a fair recruitment process, we encourage an environment that champions diverse perspectives, strengthens teamwork, and ultimately leads to improved outcomes. This commitment also cultivates a positive workplace culture that reflects favorably on our business.

4. How long have you been in the milling business? How has the industry changed in that time?
For over 64 years, Flour Mills has been a part of the milling industry. The milling industry has evolved so much since then. Technology now plays a bigger role, and there is more focus on nutrition, sustainability, and meeting strict quality standards. My role has similarly expanded, transitioning from a primary focus on production to leading initiatives improve nutrition and strengthen partnership

5. What’s your proudest achievement?
I am immensely proud of the impact our fortified products have had on combating micronutrient deficiencies nationwide. On a personal note, witnessing the growth of younger colleagues I have had the privilege to mentor into confident industry professionals brings me great satisfaction. Above all, these awards (five awards at 2025 MFI award ceremony) is the height of my career in flour milling