By Ebriku John Friday Former Minister of Women Affairs, Her Excellency Dame Pauline Tallen on Tuesday congratulated the newly inaugurated chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) FCT Council, Comrade Grace Ike on her successful election as first female chairman of the council after establishment 43 years ago. Comrade Grace Ike, who paid a courtesy visit to Dame Tallen’s residence in Abuja was in company of the treasurer, Ms Sandra Udeike. The former minister while presenting a Christmas souvenir to the chairman of council wished her success and an…
Read MoreChris Isiguzo Advocates For Gender-Inclusive Leadership In NUJ
In a resounding call for inclusivity and collective action, the former National President of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Chris Isiguzo, has urged stakeholders to rally behind Ms. Grace Ike and her leadership team as she assumes office as the Chairman of the NUJ FCT Council. Speaking after the thanksgiving service in Abuja, Isiguzo emphasized the importance of unity and strategic planning in ensuring the success of her administration. “Elections are not a do-or-die affair; they are opportunities to choose capable leadership. Grace Ike’s success is a shared victory…
Read MoreMiddle Belt Journalists Forum Congratulates Comrade Ike On Her Election
By Ebriku John Friday The Middle Belt Journalists Forum (MBJF) has heartily congratulated Comrade Grace Ike on her emergence as the first female chairman, Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) in the FCT council. Grace Ike emerged victorious in the recently concluded FCT council election of the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) with a landslide. Your landslide victory did not come as a surprise given your track record of unwavering commitment to professionalism, integrity and visionary leadership in previous positions of responsibility. These distinctive leadership qualities have not only earned you…
Read MoreGrace Ike-led NUJ FCT Exco Dedicate Victory To God At Church Thanksgiving
By Ebriku John Friday Comrade Grace Ike, the newly sworn-in Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) FCT Council on Sunday led her executive members and friends in a special church Thanksgiving service at the Word Harvest Church Karu Abuja. The team dedicated the victory and successful conduct of the election to God just as they asked God for more knowledge, wisdom and understanding in piloting the affairs of the Council. This was contained in a press statement signed by the Secretary of Council, Comrade Jide Oyekunle and made…
Read MoreNUJ FCT Council Felicitates Jacob Edi On Conferment of Traditional Title
The Nigeria Union of Journalists ( NUJ) , FCT Council has felicitated with Hon. Jacob Edi, the former Chairman of the Council on his conferment with the Traditional title of ” Kakaki of Bassange” in Kogi State. The felicitation is contained in a press statement signed by the Secretary of Council, Comrade Jide Oyekunle on Sunday in Abuja. The conferment will be carried out by ETSU BASSANGE HRM BRIG.GEN. Abu Ali and on December 27, 2024 at the Central Primary School Gbokolo, the Traditional Headquarters of Bassange Kingdom by 10am…
Read MoreNUJ President Alhassan Yahaya Advocates For Women’s Inclusion, Promises Support For NUJ FCT Council
In a celebratory atmosphere filled with optimism and camaraderie, the newly elected National President of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Alhassan Yahya Abdullahi, made a clarion call for greater inclusion of women in leadership roles within the Union and beyond. Speaking at a “Thank You Party” organized by the newly elected executive council of the NUJ FCT Council in Abuja, Yahaya emphasized the importance of changing the narrative and fostering a more inclusive and collaborative union. “We must give women a chance to showcase their abilities and lead effectively.…
Read MoreReps Decry Excessive Checkpoints Along Onitsha-Enugu Expressway
…Accuse Security personnel of extorting Commercial drivers to pay bribes The House of Representatives on Thursday expressed grave concern over excessive security checkpoints along Onitsha-Enugu expressway and extortion of commercial drivers plying the route. Worried by the development, the House called on all the Security Agencies to reduce the number of checkpoints and ensure that security operatives act within the bounds of the law and do not use their positions to harass or exploit Citizens. The resolution was passed sequel to the adoption of a motion sponsored by Hon. Amobi…
Read MoreNAWOJ FCT Chapter Felicitates with NUJ FCT Council on Successful Election of Vibrant Female-led Executives
We, the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), FCT Chapter, extend our warmest congratulations to the newly elected Executives of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, FCT Council, headed by the trailblazing Grace Ike. This milestone achievement is a testament to the dedication, hard work, and leadership prowess of Comrade Grace Ike. Her election as the first female Chairman of the FCT NUJ Council is a significant step forward for women in journalism and a source of inspiration for us all. We are confident that under her leadership, the FCT NUJ…
Read MoreNCWS Congratulates, Grace Ike As First Female Chairman of NUJ FCT Council
The National Council for Women Societies (NCWS), under the leadership of its Acting National President, Mrs. Geraldine Etuk, extends heartfelt congratulations to comrade Grace Ike on her historic election as the first female Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council. This monumental achievement is a proud moment for Nigerian women and a testament to the progress we are making in advancing gender equality and women’s leadership across all sectors of society. Grace Ike’s emergence is not only a personal triumph but also a beacon…
Read MoreNew NUJ FCT Exco Thank Members, Vow To Deliver on Mandate
The newly elected executive of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ ) FCT Council has expressed its heartfelt gratitude to all the journalists in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) for their unwavering support and trust during the just concluded council election. The exco while dedicating her victory to the members described the massive turn out during the Wednesday December 4th election as an indication that journalists are ready to take back their union and be liberated from the shackles and claws of those people who have been holding the union…
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