The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Lagos State Council, has announced the recipients of its 2025 Press Week Awards.
According to Business Update online publication, the awards ceremony will take place on November 28, 2025, at the BOS Hall, LTV Complex, Lateef Jakande Road, Agidingbi, Ikeja, Lagos State.
It was reported by the Chairman, Adeleye Ajayi, Secretary Tunde Olalere, and Press Week Committee Chairman Wale Akodu, that the awards recognizes distinguished individuals whose exceptional contributions have significantly advanced the Union, strengthened public governance, and promoted the ideals of responsible leadership.
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Focusing on the theme “Unlocking Opportunities for Businesses in a Challenging Economy: The Role of the Media/Roadmaps to Energy Security in Nigeria,” the awardees are:
- Mr. Olatunji Bello, Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), who will be honored for his outstanding contributions to NUJ and Public Governance.
- Mr. Idris Aregbe, Special Adviser to Lagos State Governor on Tourism, Arts, and Culture, who will receive an award of excellence for his outstanding contributions to Public Governance.
- Mr. Olusina Thorpe, former Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Information and Strategy Lagos State, who will be honored for his outstanding contributions to NUJ.
- Mr. Lanre Bajulaiye, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Information and Strategy Lagos State, who will be awarded for his outstanding contributions to NUJ.
- Dr. (Mrs.) Abimbola Oyetunde, Deputy President, Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), who will be celebrated for her outstanding contributions to NUJ.
Their contributions,dedication, service, and leadership continue to inspire excellence within the journalism profession and the broader civic space.
This year’s celebration promises to be a memorable gathering of media professionals, stakeholders, and partners united in advancing the cause of journalism and good governance.
The NUJ Lagos State Council extends its warm congratulations to all awardees and looks forward to celebrating their achievements during the 2025 Press Week.
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