We had the good fortune of connecting with Vivian Mojisola Lawani and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Vivian Mojisola, we’d love to hear what makes you happy.
Serving my community, through my business or volunteering.

Alright, so for those in our community who might not be familiar with your business, can you tell us more?
My business, Momos Foods LLC was registered during the Covid19 lockdown in 2020.

We couldn’t get a physical space due to the health crisis, so I started from home. Also, by the following year, now 2022 I started looking for space. It wasn’t an easy task, some realtors said they didnt want my kind of business on their space.

Also, trying to seek funding was another setback.

We eventually got a space, where we are now in Allen, TX.

It hasn’t been an easy ride, but giving up isn’t in my book. We keep moving forward daily. And thanks to our amazing customers, the City of Allen and surrounding cities, has been a blessing to us.

The kind words of encouragement from customers makes it all worth it.

At Momo’s African Market, we stock food, herbs and spices from Africa and parts of South America and Caribbean too. Basically, we have something for everyone.

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
Interesting! Allen is a city to visit. I will definitely recommend the Allen Premium Outlets Mall for shopping, grab some quick bites and ice cream.

My go to restaurant recommendation will be Olive Gardens at the Village at Allen.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
My entrepreneurial dream was sparked by my late Grandma, Elizabeth Akubude.

Also, my Wonderful husband and Partner, Oscar Lawani. I can call him my mentor too, as he encourages and prays for me daily.

And above all, I give a SHOUTOUT to Almighty God, who daily grants me the grace and provision for my business journey.

Instagram: @momosafricanmarket

Yelp: Momo African Market

Other: Google search: Momos African Market

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