By Segun Adewale in Bauchi
The Bauchi State chapter of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) has inaugurated the reelected executives to steer the affairs of the association for the next three years.
This was as the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Bauchi State Council pledged continued support to the newly inaugurated executives of the NAWOJ.
The newly inaugurated officers, are Rashida Yusuf as Chairperson, Maryamu Bala as Vice Chairperson, Amina Ahmed as Secretary, Diana Yohanna as Treasurer, and Amina Mudi Abdullahi as Financial Secretary, as Rahama Mutashi
as Assistant Secretary and Firdausi Bakondi as Auditor
The Chairperson of the Electoral Committee, Zainab Agboola, announced that the executives emerged unopposed, following a smooth and transparent electoral process.
The inauguration ceremony, which took place at the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Secretariat on Saturday, was conducted by the National President of NAWOJ, Aisha Ibrahim, who was represented by the Zonal Secretary, Hauwa Aliyu.
In her remarks, the NAWOJ National President congratulated the newly inaugurated executives and charged them to sustain the good work of the association while promoting unity and professionalism among members.
Also speaking at the event, the Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Bauchi State council, Comrade Umar Said pledged continued support to the newly inaugurated executives.
While congratulating the Rashida Yusuf led executives on iits reelection unopposed saying it was historical,he advised the new officers to maintain close liaison with the State Council for greater progress.
The NUJ Chairman urged the ney inaugurated NAWOJ leadership to remain inclusive in their administration and to carry all members along in advancing the objectives of the association.
In her acceptance speech on behalf of the executive members, the Chairperson, Rashida Yusuf, expressed deep gratitude to members for their unwavering support over the past three years, describing the journey as collective and inspiring.
“This victory is not mine alone; it is a collective achievement. We have worked as a team, faced challenges together, and celebrated milestones together. I am immensely proud of what we have accomplished during the last tenure, and this success belongs to all of us,” she said.
She outlined her vision for the next three years to include enhancing professionalism through continuous capacity building, strengthening solidarity among members, and championing causes that positively project the image and rights of women and girls in society.
Rashida Yusif further appreciated the NUJ State Council for its support and pledged the commitment of the new leadership to build on the existing foundation of unity and progress.
Praying for divine wisdom and guidance, she expressed optimism that with unity of purpose, the association would attain even greater heights in the years ahead.
Our Correspondent reports that the process went smoothly without any hindrance, as members expressed satisfaction with the exercise.
The members also called on the newly elected executives to justify the confidence reposed in them through effective and inclusive leadership.
