As part of its unwavering commitment to humanitarian service, the Rotary Club of Iju Spring, District 9111, commenced the 2026–2027 Rotary Calendar Year with the successful execution of its Maternal and Child Health Project at Ifako-Ijaiye General Hospital, Lagos State, under the leadership of its first female Impact President, Rotarian Oluwafunmilayo Bickersteth.
The outreach was organised in line with the Rotary International theme for the 2026–2027 Rotary year, *”Create Lasting Impact,”* reflecting the club’s dedication to improving the well-being of vulnerable members of society.
During the outreach, the Rotary Club of Iju Spring, District 9111, donated medical equipment and essential medical consumables to Ifako-Ijaiye General Hospital.
The club also presented mother-and-child care items and welfare packages to mothers who gave birth on July 1, 2026.
Demonstrating its long-term commitment to maternal and child welfare, the club pledged continuous support for the six babies born on the day of the outreach.
Several of the beneficiaries were mothers who underwent Caesarean Section (C&S) deliveries.
The beneficiaries expressed heartfelt appreciation to the Rotary Club of Iju Spring, District 9111, for the timely intervention, describing the gesture as a great relief during one of the most important moments of their lives.
The hospital’s management and staff also received medical consumables and other essential items to support healthcare delivery.
The intervention fulfilled an earlier commitment by the club that its maternal and child health projects would not only support beneficiaries but also strengthen the hospital’s capacity to deliver quality healthcare services.
Items donated during the outreach included towels, diapers, flasks, baby clothing, baby hangers, mosquito nets, baby wipes, detergents, baby carriers, and other essential baby care materials.
The club further assured the beneficiaries of sustained support for both mothers and their newborns beyond the outreach.
Speaking at the event, the Doyen of the Rotary Club of Iju Spring, District 9111, Rotarian Abayomi Bickersteth, called on members of the public to join the Rotary family and contribute to humanity through the Rotary principle of the Three Ts—Time, Treasure, and Talent.
He also urged Rotarians, who officially began a new Rotary calendar year on July 1, 2026, to remain steadfast in selfless service to humanity and continue making meaningful impacts in their various communities.
In her remarks, the President of the Rotary Club of Iju Spring, District 9111, Rotarian Oluwafunmilayo Bickersteth, expressed profound appreciation to members of the club for their generosity, commitment, and sacrifice in ensuring the successful execution of the club’s first project of the new Rotary year.
She commended members for contributing their time, resources, and finances towards transforming lives and reaffirmed her administration’s resolve to implement more impactful humanitarian projects throughout the 2026–2027 Rotary year.
Rotarian Oluwafunmilayo also extended an invitation to members of the public, friends of Rotary, development partners, and well-wishers to attend her Official Installation Ceremony, scheduled for Saturday, September 19, 2026, at Extravagant Hall, Alamutu Junction, Iju Station Road, Ifako-Ijaiye Local Government Area, Lagos.
The Rotary Club of Iju Spring, District 9111, reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to supporting vulnerable families, promoting quality healthcare, and creating lasting impact through sustainable humanitarian service across communities.
The beneficiary mothers were: Mrs. Adenekan Adeola, Mrs. Egbe Kudirat, Mrs. Aina Funmilayo, Mrs. Bodo Owanete, Mrs. Ayisegbede Ayebusola, and Mrs. Aremu Olabisi.
Report by: Obipehin Adeniyi.
