Rotary District 9112 Public Image seminar to inspire impactful branding

Rotary International District 9112 Public Image Seminar will hold on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at The Rotary Centre, 8 Ladoke Akintola Street, Ikeja GRA, Lagos, with a strong focus on building a compliant and impactful Rotary image. This is was disclosed in a press statement by the Victor Ojelabi, who is a member of District 9112 Public Image Committee.

The seminar aims to empower Rotarians with knowledge to strengthen Rotary’s visibility and credibility in Nigeria.

Keynote Speaker Dr Reuben Abati, former presidential spokesman and Arise News anchor, will deliver an address on; Strategic media engagements to advance Rotary’s mission in Nigeria.

The Special Guest of Honour is Dr Nkechi Ali-Balogun, Chairman/CEO of the Public Relations Consultants Association of Nigeria (PRCAN).

 

Also delivering a goodwill message at the event is Ibim Semenitari, a Past Assistant Governor and Rotary Public Image Coordinator in Africa, who is an accomplished journalist and Rotary leader, with a strong voice on promoting the right brand image for Rotary.

The chief host is the District Governor, Lanre Adedoyin, who is delighted to welcome all the speakers, guests, Rotarians, Rotaractors, and friends of Rotary to the seminar.

“Public Image is one way that we expand our reach in Rotary; telling our stories as People of Action and showcasing our impact,” Adedoyin stated.

The seminar will also host distinguished Guests of Honour including media icons and thought leaders such Mr Sam Omatseye of The Nation, Mr Joseph Adeyeye of Punch, Dr Sam Ayetutu, Chair of Lagos State Public Relations Council and District Governor Nominee, District 9111; Mr Gbenga Adefaye of the Nigerian Institute of Journalism, Mr Tony Onyima, and Martins Oloja, former Managing Director/Edior-in-Chief of the Guardian Newspaper, as well as foremost sports journalist, Dr Mumini Alao, and CNN Award-winning journalist, Shola Oshunkeye.

A wide range of topics will be explored by seasoned the various speakers.

Past Assistant Governor John Senaya will discuss; “Telling our story, growing our impact,” while Rotarian Achime Arinze will speak on the topic, “Why every Rotary Club should own a website.”

Joy Obinyan will examine “What is a great brand?” and while Rotarian Oromena Osugo will present “Using social media to amplify Rotary stories.”

Meanwhile, Ehi Braimah, Chair of District 9112 Public Image Committee, will give an insightful overview of the Nigerian media landscape.

He noted the importance of the seminar in shaping Rotary’s identity.

“This seminar is not just about logos or slogans. It is about equipping Rotarians with the right tools to tell our story with clarity, credibility, and impact. A strong Rotary image strengthens our service projects and inspires greater trust from the public,” he said.

With its inspiring lineup of speakers and industry experts, the Rotary District 9112 Public Image Seminar promises to be a transformative event for Rotarians seeking to enhance the organisation’s brand, impact, and influence in Nigeria.