When Bola Ahmed Tinubu took office as the 16th President of Nigeria on May 29, 2023, he presented himself as a champion of democratic ideals, committed to improving the economic landscape of Nigeria. His pledges were rooted in promises of reform, accountability, and the long-term vision of transforming Nigeria into a prosperous, stable nation. However, as the months have passed since his swearing-in, a growing sentiment among Nigerians suggests that the president may not be listening to the very people he vowed to serve. One of the most notable policy…
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NUJ FCT Council Secretary, Jide Oyekunle Loses Father
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) FCT Council announces the passing of Elder Samuel Ayanlola Oyekunle, the father of its Secretary, Comrade Jide Oyekunle The late Elder Oyekunle died in the early hour of Thursday 20th March 2025 in Ibadan after a brief illness at the age of 76. He hailed from Ilua Community, Okeho Local Government Area of Oyo State. Late Elder Oyekunle was the former Chairman of the Nigeria Professional Photographer Association (NPPA) Oyo State Iseyin Branch (NPPA). A distinguished opinion leader, lover of people and a beacon…
Read MoreAPC: MY POLITICAL IDEAOLGY REMAINS INTACT
By: Shehu Bashir Esq. This is not the time for anybody to be diplomatic (or hypocritical) with your political leaning. There has never been any critical time to show your colour, fly your pride and pledge your loyalty than now. It should not be a game of waiting, it should be a game of audacity. Political association and loyalty is about audacity. Therefore, on my part, for the avoidance of doubt, let me reiterate that as of the old so is the new, going forward into the future. My partisan…
Read MoreAvocats Sans Frontieres partners NUJ on press freedom in Nigeria
The Avocats Sans Frontieres has announced plan to collaborate with the Nigeria Union of Journalists in enhancing digital Rights in Nigeria. This was made known when a delegation led by the member of the board Ivan PANEFF paid the National Secretariat a courtesy visit on Monday. According to Ivan the e-Rights Project will establish mechanisms that ensure independent and fair access to justice, protecting fundamental human rights of Journalists in Nigeria as well as legal aid and assistance to vulnerable individuals, such as victims of human rights violations, before national…
Read MoreEba Supports Muslim Community In Yala, Ogoja With Rice and Cash For Ramadan
In celebration of the ongoing Ramadan, the State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Cross River State, Alphonsus Ogar Eba esq, JP, has shown support to the Muslim community in Ogoja and Yala. He donated 20 bags of rice and 300,000 Naira to help them break their fast. The Chairman’s Chief of Staff, Hon. John Odey, delivered the items on his behalf. He wished the Muslim community well and thanked them for their ongoing support and prayers for the state. He encouraged them to continue praying for the…
Read MoreNUJ At 70: Isiguzo Felicitates NUJ President, Others
In a heartfelt letter, the former National President of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Dr Chris Isiguzo has congratulated the Union as it celebrated its 70th anniversary on March 15, 2025. Isiguzo extended his warm felicitations to Comrade Alhassan Yahya Abdulahi, the current National President, the National Executive Council, and all members of the Union on this remarkable milestone. He praised the NUJ for its resilience and unwavering commitment to defending press freedom, promoting professionalism, and advocating for the welfare of journalists in Nigeria. Reflecting on the Union’s founding…
Read MoreFear of NORTHCCO and the Restlessness of the Opposition
The Northern Cross River Coalition (NORTHCCO) has swiftly emerged as a formidable force within the political landscape of Cross River State, especially in the northern senatorial district. Formed with the leadership of Rt. Hon. Legor Idagbo, the immediate past House of Representatives member for Bekwarra, Obudu, and Obanliku Federal Constituency, NORTHCCO was conceived with the noble aim of uniting the stakeholders within the All Progressives Congress (APC) and ensuring a collective effort towards the re-election of the State Governor, Apostle Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, and his Deputy, Rt. Hon.…
Read MoreNSITF targets informal economy in scheme, to collaborate with NUJ FCT on awareness campaign
The Managing Director and CEO of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF), Mr. Oluwaseun Mayomi Faleye, has announced that the organisation is working to include workers from the informal economy in its social insurance scheme. He noted that the informal sector plays a significant role in Nigeria’s overall economic activity. Mr. Faleye made this statement on Wednesday during a visit by the chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Chapter, Comrade Grace Ike, and her executive team to the NSITF headquarters in Abuja. NSITF…
Read MorePremium Times Partners NUJ FCT On Capacity Building, Others
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) FCT Council has teamed up with Premium Times to support press freedom, capacity building, ethical journalism, press freedom and the well-being of journalists. This collaboration aims to provide better training, improve working conditions, and enhance the professional development of journalists. During a courtesy visit to Premium Times’ office on Tuesday, Comrade Grace Ike, Chairman of the NUJ FCT Council, emphasised that the visit symbolised a shared commitment to strengthening the role of journalism in shaping Nigeria’s future. Premium Times’ Editor-in-Chief, Mr. Musikilu Mojeed, warmly…
Read MoreWe’re Transforming S’South Farmers, Lands Into Food Powerhouse – FG
As Nigerians hope to see food prices reducing soon, the Federal Government, Monday, disclosed efforts in transforming South-South small holder farmers and lands into food production powerhouse. This was made known by the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Community Engagement, South-South Geopolitical Zone, Gift Johnbull, during an interactive session with journalists under the auspices of the South South Journalists Forum for Good Governance, SSFGG, while speaking on the importance of agribusiness that would greatly solve challenges facing women and youth in the region. Johnbull said over 100, 000…
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