FCT NUJ gets first female chair

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT chapter has elected Grace Ike as its first female chairman forty-three years after it was established.

Ms. Grace Ike a staff of Advocate Broadcasting Network (ADBN), ran unopposed and was elected alongside four executive members namely, Vice Chairman, Mr. Yahaya Ndambabo of Voice of Nigeria (VON), Comrade Jide Oyekunle of Independent Newspaper as Secretary of the Council and Sandra Udeike of Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN) as Treasurer.

The tenure of the new NUJ executive will run for three years.

After the administration of oath of office by Barr. Ehidiamen Isibor, Ms Ike in her inauguration speech, said her election marks a ‘new dawn’ for the journalists in the nation’s capital.

While thanking members for their support, Ms Ike pledged to reposition the NUJ FCT council through innovative projects aimed at having a positive impact on the lives of members.

“To the women of this council—those who stood by me with unwavering determination and strength throughout this journey—I offer my heartfelt appreciation.

“Your courage, resilience, and support were pivotal to this victory, and I am forever grateful. Together, we will continue to inspire and empower one another.

“As I assume this noble office, I am reminded of the words of John C. Maxwell: “A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way.”

“With these words as our guide, we shall chart a course toward unity, progress, and excellence for our union,” she said.

Ms Ike a broadcast journalist, was the immediate past Chairperson of the House of Representatives Press Corps and Vice Chairman FCT Correspondents Chapel.