NAWOJ Lagos elects Jumoke Johnson as new Chairperson

The Lagos State Chapter of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) has elected Jumoke Johnson of Voice of Nigeria (VON) as its new Chairperson.

The election, which took place on Thursday at the NUJ Secretariat, Alausa Ikeja, following the expiration of Dr. Adeola Ekine-led administration, having served two consecutive terms.

The election was witnessed by past leaders of the association, media scholars, invited guests and female journalists from various media organizations.

In her acceptance speech, Mrs. Johnson praised the remarkable achievements of the immediate past Chairperson, Dr. Adeola Ekine.

“I want to thank Dr. Adeola Ekine for repositioning the union over the past six years. She has taken the association to an enviable height, and we will do all within our capacity to build on that foundation,” she said.

Mrs. Johnson assured members that her manifesto, titled “FAME,” was designed to reposition NAWOJ by opening doors of opportunity for all members.

“As our campaign spelt out, FAME, we will step out with focus that is trained on advocacy and advancement, mentorship, media innovation, and empowerment by tapping into welfare opportunities, for Lagos NAWOJIANS, but, all these great ideas, will only be possible through your support.

“This manifesto was crafted to ensure that no member is left behind. We believe it will bring meaningful progress as we hit the ground running.”

The broadcaster expressed her heartfelt gratitude to the past leaders of NAWOJ, VON management staff, colleagues, Lagos NUJ Executive members, as well as her friends and family, for their unwavering support.

Representing the NUJ Chairman, Mr. Adeleye Ajayi, the Vice Chairman, Mr. Philip Nwosu, congratulated the new NAWOJ executives.

“We congratulate the newly elected NAWOJ Exco, led by Mrs. Jumoke Johnson. We believe the union will advance under her leadership.

“We also urge the leadership to foster unity among members and initiate impactful programs that will set the association on the right course. Challenges will come, but with unity, they can be overcome.”

Also speaking at the event, the immediate past Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Ministry of Information and Strategy, Mr. Olumide Sogunle, commended Dr. Ekine for her dedication and contributions to NAWOJ.

“Her commitment and hard work drew my attention to the association. I urge the new executives to remain guided by their conscience.

“You can’t satisfy everyone, but do your best—there is plenty of work ahead,” he advised.

Other elected members of the NAWOJ executive include Anu Thomas of Lagos Information Chapel as Secretary, Omolola Olamijulo of Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria(FRCN), as Treasurer, and Abiola Adaramoye of Radio Lagos/Eko FM as Financial Secretary.

The newly elected executives pledged their loyalty to the association and promised a more effective, inclusive, and well-coordinated administration, noting that they have ninety days to fill the vacant positions in the executive council.

The election was supervised by NAWOJ B ZONE Vice Chairperson Mrs Adeola Adekunle, who also administered the oath of office.