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The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has honoured award-winning journalist and Queen of Apomu Kingdom in Osun State, Chief Janet Afolabi, with its prestigious Media Icon Award in recognition of her contributions to journalism and society.
The award was presented at the fourth edition of the Annual Milestone Recognition of Media Icons in Nigeria, at the Abuja Continental Hotel, formerly Abuja Sheraton Hotel and Towers.
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In a letter jointly signed by the NUJ National President, Alhassan Yahaya; National Secretary, Achike Chude; and Chairman of the Planning Committee, Gbenga Onayiga, the union said the honour acknowledged Afolabi’s immense contributions to the development of journalism in Nigeria.
Speaking after receiving the award, Afolabi expressed gratitude to God and the NUJ for the recognition.
She said her career in journalism had been driven by a passion for serving humanity and using media as an instrument of development.
According to her, the honour reinforces the importance of dedication and commitment to professional service.
Afolabi is also an author and humanitarian. She founded OJAF, a non-governmental organisation promoting women’s empowerment, girl-child education, youth development and child welfare.
