… Unveils ambitious service agenda for 2025-2026
In a moving and purpose-driven acceptance speech at the official handover ceremony, Princess Woyinkari Gloria Ikibah was formally installed as the 13th President of the Rotary Club of Abuja City for the 2025-2026 Rotary year.
Addressing Rotarians, dignitaries, and guests, President Ikibah expressed deep gratitude for the honour of leading the club and paid glowing tribute to her predecessor, Rotarian John Nwosu Moses, whom she described as the “Magic President.” She lauded his calm leadership, unwavering commitment, and achievements during his tenure, stating that he leaves behind a legacy of growth, strengthened partnerships, and impactful service.
“As I take up the mantle of leadership, I am deeply aware of the trust you have placed in me,” she said. “This is not just an opportunity but a solemn responsibility—one I embrace wholeheartedly.”
Unveiling her service agenda for the year under the Rotary theme “Unite for Good,” President Ikibah announced two major community-based projects with a strong focus on education and menstrual hygiene.
The first initiative will support LEA Primary School in the Jahi community, targeting 50 underprivileged students at risk of dropping out. The club plans to pay school fees and provide essential learning materials, including textbooks, exercise books, school bags, and writing supplies.
“This project will ensure uninterrupted learning for these children and open opportunities for a brighter future,” Ikibah said. The club intends to track success through school attendance records and academic performance, alongside feedback from teachers and parents.
The second flagship project will tackle menstrual poverty by distributing 1,000 reusable menstrual pads and providing training on menstrual hygiene practices to women and girls in Jahi. The initiative aims to reduce school absenteeism, promote health, and empower girls to pursue their education with dignity.
“We want to help end the stigma, promote health, and ensure that no girl is held back because of her period,” the president emphasised. Beneficiaries will also be taught how to produce the reusable pads themselves, supporting long-term sustainability.
Beyond these flagship efforts, Ikibah affirmed the club’s continued commitment to Rotary’s wider areas of focus, including health, economic empowerment, and environmental sustainability. She called on members—affectionately referred to as “City boys and girls”—to remain active, bring forward ideas, and contribute to a collective mission of impactful service.
To past presidents and senior Rotarians, she offered words of gratitude and a promise to draw on their guidance in the months ahead. “Your leadership continues to light the way,” she noted.
Concluding her address, President Ikibah expressed optimism for the year ahead. “If we work hand in hand, support one another, and stay true to our shared purpose, we will not only achieve our goals but exceed them.”
With a clear vision and bold projects already on the horizon, the Rotary Club of Abuja City begins the 2025-2026 Rotary year under new leadership—renewed in its purpose and united in service.
