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Don’t Abuse Opportunity, Ebonyi Lawmaker Tells Women as NAWOJ, NCWS Push for Reserved Seats Bill

By Jasmine Okogerie The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Ebonyi State chapter, alongside other women groups, on Tuesday intensified advocacy for the Reserved Seats for Women Bill with visits to lawmakers across the state. The delegation, led by the National Council of Women Societies (NCWS), met with Hon. Emmanuel Uguru, member representing Abakaliki/Izzi Federal…

Nigeria Hails Outgoing Mexican Ambassador, Seeks Stronger Bilateral Ties

By Our Reporter The Federal Government has commended the outgoing Ambassador of Mexico to Nigeria, Alfredo Miranda Ortiz, for his contributions to strengthening diplomatic and economic relations between both countries. The Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, gave the commendation through the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Dunoma Umar Ahmed, during a farewell…

A Tribute to a Diplomat of Excellence and a Father Figure

By Raphael Oni, Dean of Diplomatic Correspondents Your Excellency, As you conclude your tour of duty as the Ambassador of Mexico to Nigeria, I find myself reflecting on the remarkable impact you have had—not only on the bilateral relations between our nations but also on my own life. You stand as a Diplomat par Excellence….

Nigeria at Crossroads : Time to Break The Cycle and Rise

By Francis Onabis Nigeria’s struggles are not born of scarcity but of a system that has grown comfortable with dysfunction.With a population exceeding 200 million and vast reserves of oil, agricultural wealth, and human talent, the country continues to grapple with fragile governance and economic instability. Analysts point to three deeply rooted forces driving this…

🏀 Global Vote of Confidence : Kida’s Leadership Secures FIBA Backing as Nigeria Rises in World Basketball Ranking

By Joy Omagha Idam The leadership of the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) under President Engr. Musa Ahmed Kida has received a major international boost, following formal recognition by the sport’s global governing body, FIBA. In a letter dated March 16, 2026, FIBA officially affirmed the Kida-led administration as the legitimate authority overseeing basketball in Nigeria….

NAWOJ FCT Hails Grace Ike on Birthday

By Cynthia Talatu Batuta The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), FCT Chapter, has celebrated the Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, Comrade Grace Ike, describing her as an exceptional leader, trailblazer, and a source of inspiration in Nigeria’s media landscape. In a congratulatory message marking her birthday, the association noted…

Weekenders Celebrates Grace Ike : A Beacon of Leadership and Inspiration

By Sharon Akuboh Hurray Miss NUJ FCT is Plus One Warmest birthday wishes to a trailblazer, an exceptional leader, and a true welfarist, Grace Ike, Chairman of the NUJ FCT. Today, we celebrate a woman whose name has become synonymous with courage, progress, and purposeful leadership in Nigeria’s journalism landscape. Your emergence as Chairman is…

Grace Ike : A Trailblazer’s Journey Worth Celebrating…Aisha Ibrahim

By Sharon Akuboh Today, the National Secretariat of NAWOJ comes alive with pride and celebration as members gather to honor an icon of excellence, a fearless trailblazer, and an extraordinary leader—Comrade Grace Ike, the first Female Chairman Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) FCT Chapter. The moment is not just about marking another year, but about…