International Inner Wheel District 911 has announced plans to mark the 2026 International Women’s Day (IWD) with a special empowerment programme themed “Give to Gain.”
The event is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at the Rotary Centre, 8 Ladoke Akintola Road, GRA Ikeja, Lagos, starting at 11 a.m.
As part of activities commemorating the global celebration, District 911 will implement an empowerment programme aimed at supporting five indigent widows through financial and material assistance.
The initiative reflects the organisation’s dedication to uplifting vulnerable members of society and strengthening communities through meaningful support.
Alhaja Sinatu Ojikutu, a former deputy governor of Lagos State, will attend as the Special Guest, while Olufunke Fowler-Amba will serve as the Guest Speaker for the event.
The celebration will also feature a panel discussion focusing on key issues affecting women in contemporary society.
Panelists expected at the discussion include respected professionals and thought leaders such as Mary Obadina, Temitope Kayode-Ojo, and Oyenike Adeosun.
District Chairman, D911, Inner Wheel Member Omolola Fakeye, said the programme is designed to be both impactful and engaging.
Fakeye explained that the event will combine education, empowerment, and meaningful engagement for participants while reinforcing the organisation’s commitment to community development.
According to her, the initiative goes beyond dialogue by translating advocacy for women’s empowerment into practical support that directly improves lives. She added that students from different senior secondary schools will also attend the event to learn.
International Women’s Day, celebrated annually on March 8, is a global event recognising the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women while also advocating for gender equality.
International Inner Wheel, one of the world’s largest women’s service organisations, is committed to promoting friendship, encouraging personal service, and fostering international understanding through humanitarian initiatives.