NAWOJ Condole with Dr Lilian Okonkwo-ogabu and Ms Sarah Ogodo
The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) National Secretariat is saddened to announce the passing of the mother-in-law of Dr. Lilian Okonkwo-Ogabu, Deputy National President, NAWOJ, and the mother of Sarah Ogodo, Former Financial Secretary, NAWOJ, and current Special Assistant to the NAWOJ National Chairperson. The bereaved members have been grieving the loss of their…
Omga007Community Day Celebrations Unite Ebonyi Communities, Drive Peace and Development
By Nkechinyere Ewa Community day celebrations are increasingly serving as platforms for unity, peacebuilding and grassroots development across Ebonyi State, with the annual Oferekpe–Agbaja Community Day, held every January 15, standing out as a strong example. Stakeholders at this year’s celebration described the event as a rallying point for cultural preservation, conflict resolution and collective…
Birthday Tribute to Amb Randy Peter Akah (Peter for Nigeria)
Today, Weekenders magazine joins your family, friends and colleagues to celebrate more than a birthday — we celebrate a visionary, a patriot, and a man whose heart beats for Nigeria. Amb Randy Peter Akah, fondly known as Peter for Nigeria, represents hope, courage, and unwavering commitment to the future of our nation. Your passion for…
Nigeria can become Sports destination if Stakeholders work in Unison…NIS DG/ CEO
The Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Institute for Sports (NIS) H. E. Comrade Philip Shaibu says Nigeria can become a Sports destination if stakeholders will deliberately work in unison.He made the assertion in Rabat, Morocco shortly after Nigeria’s 4-2 penalty loss to the host Nation in the semifinal of the ongoing…
Niger State Hosts Validation Workshop on Improved Water Supply and Sanitation
From Rashidat Suleiman,Minna The Federal Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation, in collaboration with CISEC Engineering Limited, has organized a Validation Workshop on Improved Water Supply and Sanitation for Niger State. The workshop, held at Princess AZ-Zahra Lodge in Minna, focused on strengthening water and sanitation services through sector review, data validation, and the development…
Weekenders Celebrates Dr Rebecca Bolanle Ukpevo
Dr. (Amb.) Rebecca Bolanle Ukpevo is a highly accomplished Nigerian journalist, women’s rights advocate, and leader. She serves as the Vice Chairperson of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) FCT Chapter, after serving as the Special Assistant to the immediate past National President of NAWOJ. She is currently the Public Relations Officer (PRO) of…
Ebonyi Legion Seeks Enhanced Welfare for Veterans at Armed Forces Remembrance
By Nkechinyere Ewa The Nigerian Legion, Ebonyi State Council, has called for increased government support and improved welfare for military veterans as the state joined the rest of the country to commemorate the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day. The appeal was made on Wednesday, January 15, 2026, by the Chairman of the Nigerian…
Comrade Grace Ike Prioritises NUJ Structural Development as FCTA Chapel Stakeholders Pay New Year Homage
The Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council, Comrade Grace Ike, has reaffirmed her administration’s commitment to prioritising structural development and infrastructural upgrades at the NUJ FCT Council Secretariat, located at No. 4, Ekukinam Street, Utako, Abuja, as a key focus for 2026. Comrade Ike made this known on…