Key Highlights

• Zenith Bank Plc will host its 2026 International Women’s Day Seminar on March 9, 2026, at The Civic Centre, Lagos.
• The seminar's theme is "Take It, You Own It," complementing the global theme "Give to Gain."
• The event aims to foster meaningful dialogue and action on women's inclusion, leadership, and sustainable impact.
• Group Managing Director/CEO Dame Dr. Adaora Umeoji, OON, will deliver the welcome address.

Zenith Bank Plc is set to host its annual International Women’s Day Seminar on Monday, March 9, 2026, at The Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos. This significant event underscores the Bank's ongoing commitment to advancing women's leadership, empowerment, and sustainable impact.

The seminar aligns with the global theme 'Give to Gain,' which emphasizes that sustained progress is achieved when both individuals and institutions intentionally invest in women. Zenith Bank's chosen theme for its 2026 seminar, 'Take It, You Own It,' encapsulates the Bank's belief that while institutions have a responsibility to provide enabling environments and equitable systems, women must also confidently step forward to claim their space, recognize their value, and lead with conviction. This theme serves as both an affirmation and a call to action: to embrace opportunities, empower oneself and others, and take ownership of one's personal and professional growth journey.

Building on the success of previous years, including the 2025 seminar themed 'Winning On All Fronts,' the 2026 program is designed to deepen engagement around women's empowerment, leadership, and sustainable impact. Over the years, Zenith Bank's International Women’s Day initiatives have provided a vital platform for women leaders, professionals, entrepreneurs, and emerging talents to engage in dynamic discussions, find inspiration, and share learning experiences related to gender equity, professional development, and inclusive opportunities.

The 2026 seminar is envisioned as more than just a commemorative gathering; it is designed as a convergence of influence, insight, and inspiration. It will bring together accomplished women and progressive leaders from across the business, governance, creative industries, technology, and social impact sectors.

Speaking in anticipation of the seminar, the Group Managing Director/CEO, Dame Dr. Adaora Umeoji, OON, stated, 'The International Women’s Day is a reminder that progress requires intentionality. 'Give to Gain' speaks to the responsibility institutions have to create real opportunities, while our theme 'Take It, You Own It' challenges women to step forward boldly and lead. At Zenith Bank, we are deliberate about building environments where women are supported to grow, thrive, and shape outcomes, not only within our institution but across the communities and industries we serve.'

The seminar's agenda will feature segments focused on leadership insights, professional empowerment, wellbeing, and collaboration, providing attendees with opportunities for in-depth engagement with thought leaders and practical strategies for advancing equity.

With a thoughtfully curated program that includes keynote addresses, panel discussions, question-and-answer sessions, and creative interludes, Zenith Bank's 2026 International Women’s Day Seminar is poised to be a catalyst for meaningful action. Through its alignment with 'Give to Gain' and its empowering seminar theme, 'Take It, You Own It,' Zenith Bank reaffirms its conviction that when institutions give intentionally and women lead confidently, entire ecosystems thrive. As conversations around inclusion continue to shape the future of business and society, the Bank remains steadfast in its mission to foster platforms where women's potential is recognized, amplified, and fully embraced.