VON Correspondent Sekinat Salam-Opebiyi Sworn In As Ogun NAWOJ Chairperson

The Ogun state correspondent for Voice of Nigeria, Sekinat Salam-Opebiyi has been sworn in as the new Chairperson of Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Ogun state chapter to steer the affairs of the association for another three years.
Salam-Opebiyi was sworn-in alongside other executives, including; Oluwatoyin Adegoke (Radio Nigeria’s Paramount FM), Vice Chairperson; Omobilaji Adekunle (Newscircle), Secretary and Adejoke Adeleye (PM news), Assistant Secretary.
The Chairperson in her acceptance speech, shortly after taking the oath of office demanded the implementation of social responsibility in journalism practices, insisting that “must campaign vigorously against violence against women , the girl child and advocate for increased representation of women in governance at all levels of government.”
The speech reads in part “We demand the implementation of social responsibility in our journalism practices. We must campaign vigorously against violence against women , the girl child and advocate for increased representation of women in governance at all levels of government.
“As women journalists, we must remain uncompromised stakeholders in sustaining our hard-earned democracy. This can only be achieved by upholding the ethics of journalism and ensuring that the truth prevails.
“But our role goes beyond reporting; it extends into our communities. We pledge to work hand in hand with women in various sectors, such as market women and community organizations, to restore the lost glory of our dear nation, starting from our immediate homes and communities.
“No doubt as women, we are mothers of the nation , and we must be ready to play prominent roles in the development of Nigeria, so I called on everyone of us to join me in bringing back the lost glory of Ogun NAWOJ, in order for it to reclaim its forefront and pathfinding position in women journalism, that we are known for, let’s join hands together to build a NAWOJ, we can all be proud of.
“My sisters, our dear Ogun state is known for her uniqueness of being the first in every human endeavor in Nigeria. Please let’s all come together and make it great again. To achieve this, we will facilitate training both internationally and locally. Also part of my priority is to ensure good welfare packages for our members, and frequent organization of programmes of interest that would have a positive impact on our daily activities as professionals.
“Most importantly, I promise to ensure continuous unity, equity and love among NAWOJ members and journalism generally in Ogun State.
“Furthermore, our administration will periodically organize vocational training programs for young graduates awaiting further education or job opportunities. This initiative aims to reduce unemployment and the burden on government resources.
“Ladies and gentlemen, the challenges before us are significant, but so is our determination to overcome them. Let our works be inspiring, and unbiased. Let it be worthy of being regarded as a journalistic endeavour.
“My mission is to represent my pledge and assurance to serve you better than what we have experienced in the past. To achieve this, I seek support from all members of NAWOJ, welcome counsel from past NAWOJ leaders, state chairpersons and collaboration cum partnership with relevant stakeholders. While I also promise to operate an open-door policy to access and evaluate all ideas geared towards upliftment of NAWOJ, Ogun State chapter.
“Let me specially appreciate the unquantifiable grace of God that the good Lord has blessed me with, My handsome Mu’az and my Very beautiful Aishat, and also my siblings. I can not thank you enough for understanding and supporting me completely. May our happiness be limitless. “