To mark the 2026 International Women’s Day, Julius Berger Nigeria Plc carried out outreach activities in schools in Abuja, Lagos, and Port Harcourt, and donated educational materials to pupils and the schools.

The outreaches, coordinated by the company’s Human Resources Department, were part of the global celebration, with female staff from all regions and sites participating.

The visits were part of the company’s broader initiative to promote gender inclusion and youth empowerment through direct engagement with young girls who represent the next generation of professionals and leaders in Nigeria. Speaking at the Lagos outreach, Technical Officer of
Julius Berger Nigeria, Rasheedat Anifowoshe, encouraged the students to remain focused and confident in their ambitions, especially in fields traditionally perceived as male-dominated.

She emphasised that determination and proper time management are key to achieving success.

According to her, young girls should never limit themselves when choosing a career path.

She noted that although women were once underrepresented in engineering, more women are now excelling in the profession through dedication and persistence.

Anifowoshe assured the students that when they reach the stage of undertaking their Industrial Training (IT/SIWES), Julius Berger Nigeria Plc will be open to receiving and supporting them.

The interactive session also allowed the students to share reflections on what they had learned from the speakers. Several participants noted that the discussions had taught them the importance of self-confidence, trusting their abilities, and putting effort into achieving their future career aspirations.

In Abuja, two schools benefitted from the outreach programme with bags containing educational materials, including other items shared with students of Government Secondary School, Life Camp, Gwarinpa and Government Secondary School, Garki.