On October 11, 2024, Event Diary Lifestyle will host the second edition of the International Day of the Girl Child celebration through its Young Girls In School initiative. The event, themed “Girls’ Vision for the Future,” will take place at Top Teezs Academy, Ojodu Abiodun, starting at 10:00 AM. This year’s celebration will focus on promoting gender equality and championing girls’ rights for a better tomorrow, in line with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The event aims to inspire and empower young girls aged 13 to 16, fostering leadership, confidence, and a vision for their future. More than five schools from the Ojodu Abiodun area will participate, bringing together students, educators, and leaders who are passionate about this important cause.
Wema Bank, as our sponsor, alongside Rite Food, FAMO Foundation, Miliki 101.5 FM, Mamuda Group (makers of Pop Cola), Vita Bartes Foods, Gatmash News, and Africanewseye, among others, are our valued partners who have played a crucial role in supporting this event. Their contributions reflect a shared commitment to empowering the next generation of female leaders.
Event Diary Lifestyle is proud to collaborate with the management and staff of Top Teezs Academy and other participating schools to ensure that young girls are equipped with the tools and knowledge they need to dream big and achieve their goals.
The event will feature a keynote address from Hon. (Mrs.) Fateema Mohammed Bashir, the convener of FAMO Foundation and a distinguished advocate for girls’ empowerment and gender equality. The keynote speech will address the importance of education, leadership, and self-empowerment for young girls in today’s world.
Princess Adeola Shittu, Founder of Event Diary Lifestyle, stated, “This event is not just about celebrating girls, but about building a foundation for a future where every girl has the opportunity to thrive. We are incredibly grateful to our sponsors, partners, and speakers for their support in making this vision a reality.”
The day will include insightful speeches from influential figures such as Amina Omoike, Media/PR Practitioner, and Pastor Oladipupo Awojobi, Editor and Media Consultant, who will share their personal journeys and inspire the girls with messages of hope, leadership, and resilience. Theresa Moses, the Publisher of Gatmash News, will skillfully guide the event’s discussions and ensure an engaging and meaningful experience for all attendees.
The event promises to be a day of inspiration, learning, and empowerment, dedicated to shaping the future leaders of tomorrow.
