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Press Freedom Day: Oyo NUJ Advocates Fair Treatment of Journalists*

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, has called for urgent and deliberate measures to improve the welfare of journalists across the state, as the world commemorates World Press Freedom Day. The Union noted that while the media landscape in Oyo State has witnessed significant expansion with the proliferation of private radio and […]

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NEWS

Over 200 Laptops, Cash Grants Distributed to Boost Digital Marketing Skills in Oyo

In a bid to strengthen youth empowerment and digital capacity in Oyo State, over 200 laptops alongside cash grants have been distributed to beneficiaries to support digital marketing training and economic growth. The initiative, driven by the Federal Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy, is aimed at equipping young people with relevant digital skills for […]

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Birthday

Oyo NUJ Felicitates Ambassador Florence Ajimobi at 67, Hails Her Unwavering Humanitarian Support

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, has congratulated the former first lady of Oyo state and Nigeria’s Ambassador to Austria, Chief Florence Ajimobi, on the occasion of her 67th birthday, describing her as a distinguished stateswoman and a shining example of selfless service. In a statement jointly signed by the Chairman, Mr […]

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EASTER: Oyo NUJ Urges Selfless Service, National Unity*

As Christians across Nigeria mark the Easter celebration, the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, has called for deep reflection on the virtues of sacrifice, love, and redemption, urging citizens to draw strength from the message of Christ’s resurrection to confront the nation’s challenges. In a statement jointly signed by the Chairman Mr […]

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NEWS

Odidiomo Seeks Partnership with Oyo NUJ on Cybersecurity Awareness.

The Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Digital, Information Communication Technology and Cybersecurity, Hon. Adedeji Dhikrullahi Stanley Olajide, has expressed readiness to collaborate with journalists in Oyo State to strengthen advocacy on cybersecurity. Olajide, popularly known as Odidiomo, made this known on Sunday evening while hosting a delegation of journalists led by the […]

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Odidiomo Seeks Partnership with Oyo NUJ on Cybersecurity Awareness.

The Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Digital, Information Communication Technology and Cybersecurity, Hon. Adedeji Dhikrullahi Stanley Olajide, has expressed readiness to collaborate with journalists in Oyo State to strengthen advocacy on cybersecurity. Olajide, popularly known as Odidiomo, made this known on Sunday evening while hosting a delegation of journalists led by the […]

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Gov Makinde’s Aide, Titilola-Sodo, Hosts Oyo NUJ Members to Iftar*

The Special Adviser to Governor Seyi Makinde on Labour Matters, Comrade Bayo Titilola-Sodo, on has hosted the executives and members of Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, to the breaking of fast (Iftar) at his residence in Ibadan. The delegation, which comprised members of the union’s executive and other journalists, was led by […]

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Divine Coincidence: Oyo NUJ Urges Prayer, Reflection as Ramadan, Lent begin

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, has extended warm greetings to all Muslim and Christian faithful as they commence the holy seasons of Ramadan and Lent, which remarkably fall on the same day this year. In a statement jointly signed by the Chairman, Mr. Akeem Abas, and the Secretary, Temidayo Adu, the […]

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General

Online Chapel Declares Alhassan Yahya-Led NUJ Presidency Illegal

The Guild of Online Media Practitioners of Oyo State (GOMPOS), the online chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), has declared the Alhaji Alhassan Yahya-led presidency of the Union as illegal. The online chapel stated in a press release, on Saturday, that election that brought the present NUJ national leadership into office was flawed […]

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NEWS

Corruption and Weak Institutions Scare Away Capable Leaders — Ibadan Chief Laments at NUJ Press Week.

An Ibadan High Chief, Oloye Adegboyega Taofeek Adegoke, has identified corruption, bribery, mediocrity, and weak institutions as major factors preventing quality and effective leaders from emerging in Nigeria’s political system. Adegoke, who is the Aare Egbe-Omo Balogun of Ibadanland, stated this while delivering a lecture titled “Democracy and the Search for Quality Leadership in Nigeria” […]

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Entertainment

Alhassan Yahya, A Leader with Milk of Human Kindness, Says Oyo NUJ

The Oyo State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) joins the entire journalistic fraternity in congratulating Alhassan Yahya, the union’s President, on his 50th birthday. The congratulatory message for the Union’s leader was contained in a statement signed by the State’s Chairman, Ademola Babalola and made available to the media by the Secretary, […]

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Union

Alhassan Yahya Tells Supporters to Halt Further Campaigns as NUJ election holds Wednesday

Alhassan Yahya’s decision to halt his presidential campaigns is a significant development in the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) election. By stopping his campaigns, Yahya demonstrates his commitment to upholding the guidelines set by the NUJ electoral committee. This move showcases Yahya’s respect for the electoral process and his dedication to ensuring a fair and […]

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NUJ Congratulates new Oyo NAWOJ Executives, Tasks them to Prioritize Members’ Welfare

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State council has congratulated Omolola Alamu on her election as the new Chairperson of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Oyo State chapter. In a statement signed by the NUJ Chairman, Ademola Babalola, and Secretary, Sola Oladapo, the union urged Alamu and her executive members to prioritize […]

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Birthday

NUJ Thumbs Up for Zacch Adedeji @46

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council on Monday expressed satisfaction with the milestone achievements of the Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service, Dr. Zacch Adedeji who clocked 46years. Adedeji, an Oyo State indigene was former Commissioner for Finance during the first term administration of the late former Governor of the […]

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Union

NAWOJ Election: NUJ Applauds Sharafadeen Alli, Deolu Akande, Ahmed Raji, and Wasiu Adebisi for Supports in FCT

.Congratulates new NAWOJ leaders The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council on Sunday applauded the Senator representing Oyo South senatorial district in the National Assembly, Sharafadeen Abiodun Alli; the immediate past Executive Chairman, Nigeria Communications Commission, Prof Deolu Akande for their immeasurable supports to the Union and members during the just concluded 11th […]

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NUJ CONGRATULATES NEW BCOS GM

The BCOS chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists has sent a congratulatory message to one of its  own, Mr Goke Adelakun on his appointment as General Manager of the  Corporation. In the message signed by the  BCOS NUJ Chairperson, Dupe Fehintola and  Secretary, Olaposi Oshola,the union described  the appointment as due reward for hardwork,excellence in service and unwaivering commitment […]

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Evil that doctors do must not die with patients, Oyo NUJ blasts NMA chairman over tirade against Ayefele

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Oyo State Council has described as despicable and height of irresponsibility, an attack on the chairman of Fresh FM International, Dr Yinka Ayefele and the radio by the state chairman of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Dr Wale Lasisi. The NMA chairman, in a reckless statement signed by him, […]

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NEWS

Makinde Rewards Media Personality With Cars

Governor Seyi Makinde has yet again presented vehicles to journalists in Ibadan. The beneficiaries of Governor Seyi Makinde’s generosity and goodwill are Comrade Ademola Babalola who is the current Chairman of Nigerian Union of Journalist (NUJ) , Oyo State Chapter and Dare Adekanbi of The Nigerian Tribune Newspaper. Recall that the Governor had presented a […]

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Union Politics

Oyo NUJ lauds Tinubu’s appointment of Zacch

The Oyo State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has commended President Bola Tinubu for appointing “a great ambassador for young, forward-looking” people and ex-Executive Secretary, National Sugar Development Council (NSDC), Mr Zacch Adedeji, as Special Adviser on Revenue. A statement by Comrade Demola Babalola, chairman of the union, on Thursday described the […]

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Politics

NUJ BACKS IZUNASO FOR SENATE PRESIDENT

…declares that he is the best among the aspirants. The Nigeria Union of Journalists has thrown its weight behind the aspiration of Senator Osita Izunaso for Senate Presidency. President of the Union, Chief Chris Isiguzo said Senator Izunaso is the best among all the senators vying for the position. Isiguzo who spoke while receiving Senator […]

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