In a bid to promote breast health awareness and encourage early detection of breast cancer among women, The Active Circle, in partnership with Nigerian fashion brand Zephans & Co., recently hosted The Girls’ Club, a wellness and educational gathering in Lagos.
Held at West Foster Harbour, Ikoyi, in commemoration of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the event brought together women for conversations on breast health, preventive healthcare, physical wellbeing and the importance of community support.
The invitation-only gathering, themed Pretty in Pink, combined wellness activities with health education, creating a relaxed environment for women to learn about breast cancer, share experiences and prioritise their wellbeing.
Activities commenced with a beginner-friendly Pilates session led by fitness instructor Dammy Olufowobi, who encouraged participants to incorporate physical activity into their daily routines as part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
A major highlight was the Breast Talk session facilitated by Dr. Omolola Salako of Pearl Oncology, popularly known as The People’s Oncologist.
The interactive discussion focused on understanding breast health, recognising possible warning signs of breast cancer, available screening options and the importance of seeking timely medical attention when unusual changes are noticed.
Speaking on the initiative, Convener of The Active Circle, Chisom Okuguni, said the gathering was designed to make breast health conversations more accessible while encouraging women to take responsibility for their physical, mental and social wellbeing.
“At The Active Circle, our mission is to create spaces where women feel inspired to prioritise their physical, mental and social wellbeing. The Girls’ Club was born from a desire to make conversations about breast health feel less intimidating and more personal, empowering and actionable.
“We wanted women to leave not only having enjoyed a beautiful experience, but also feeling better informed, more confident and supported in taking charge of their health,” she said.
Okuguni noted that creating safe and supportive environments for health discussions could help women become more comfortable asking questions, seeking professional advice and making informed decisions about their health.
The event also highlighted the growing role of lifestyle and fashion brands in advancing conversations around women’s health and social wellbeing.
Founder of Zephans & Co., Nkiru Achukwu, said the brand’s partnership with The Active Circle reflected its commitment to supporting women beyond fashion and personal style.
“At Zephans & Co., we believe that celebrating women goes beyond fashion; it means championing their confidence, wellbeing and health. Partnering with The Active Circle for The Girls’ Club was an opportunity to bring women together, encourage important conversations about breast health and remind every woman that prioritising herself is always in style,” she said.
Beyond the educational and fitness sessions, participants had opportunities to interact, exchange experiences and strengthen relationships in an atmosphere that promoted sisterhood and collective wellbeing.
Organisers said the initiative was intended to encourage women to make breast health awareness and preventive healthcare part of their everyday lives rather than conversations limited to Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
The gathering was supported by media partners BellaNaija, Guardian Woman and Daily Independent, which helped extend its awareness message to wider audiences.
Through The Girls’ Club, The Active Circle, a wellness community focused on movement, education and social connection, reaffirmed its commitment to creating platforms that encourage healthier and more connected lifestyles.
Similarly, Zephans & Co., a Nigerian contemporary ready-to-wear fashion brand founded in 2016, continues to extend its community engagement beyond fashion through initiatives focused on women’s empowerment, wellbeing and social impact.
