Zenith Bank Plc is set to launch the maiden edition of its Girl-Child Empowerment Programme, an initiative designed to inspire young girls to dream boldly, develop the skills and confidence to pursue their aspirations, and prepare for meaningful opportunities in the future.

The event, themed “Banking On Her Tomorrow,” is the brainchild of the Bank’s Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Dame Dr. Adaora Umeoji, OON, the first female GMD/CEO in Zenith Bank’s history and a strong advocate for girl-child education and empowerment. It will be held virtually on Monday, October 12, 2026, at 11 a.m., a day after the International Day of the Girl Child, observed globally on October 11.

The programme will feature a distinguished line-up of experts from various fields and seeks to provide girls with the inspiration, knowledge, and practical insights needed to navigate their education and careers. It will also expose participants to opportunities for skills development, mentorship, and leadership.

As an annual platform, the initiative will encourage girls to recognise their potential, broaden their aspirations, and equip themselves to make informed decisions about their futures.

The initiative builds on Zenith Bank’s longstanding commitment to women and girls, demonstrated through programmes and platforms such as its annual International Women’s Day Seminar, sole sponsorship of the Zenith Women’s Basketball League, the Women of Honour Awards, organised in partnership with the Ford Foundation, and the Pad-a-Queen Initiative.

These efforts complement the Bank’s women-focused financial solutions, including the Z-Woman initiative, which supports women-owned and women-led businesses through specialised funding, capacity-building programmes, and networking opportunities.

Together, these initiatives reflect the Bank’s broader commitment to supporting women and girls at different stages of their lives and contributing meaningfully to national development.

The maiden edition is open to the public, with girls, parents, educators, and other interested participants invited to attend. Interested participants can register through the link below. Those unable to join via Zoom can watch the event live on Zenith Bank’s social media platforms.

Registration link: https://events.zoom.us/ev/AhU2FESLzXuo9VUK0jA1HzBmWCpvvDtRdcYMObih7zgSUjKEyTFs~AlKZVoKpnzFj0-Gs0a5KJNz9_lzYA2oDrpUePQJtAte6EPk4smEHGNT-Lg