October 20, 2023
The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) is gearing up for its highly-anticipated Triennial National Delegates Conference, and the National Executive Committee (NEC) has made a significant announcement. The NEC recently convened for an online meeting, presided over by NAWOJ’s President, Comrade Ladi Bala, on Thursday, October 19, 2023. During this meeting, crucial decisions were made that will shape the upcoming conference.
New Dates and Venue
One of the most significant decisions from the meeting was the selection of the date and venue for the Triennial National Delegates Conference. NAWOJ NEC has fixed the dates for the conference as November 24-26, 2023. This represents a nine-day shift from the previously announced date of November 15, 2023. Additionally, the conference’s venue has been confirmed to be the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja.
This change in dates was motivated by various factors discussed during the meeting. At a previous online NEC meeting on September 16, 2023, it was decided that the conference should take place during the last weekend of November 2023. This decision was influenced by concerns about the governorship elections in Bayelsa, Imo, and Kogi States, scheduled for November 11, 2023, and other considerations related to security and logistics.
Unanimous Agreement
The shift in dates was not the only issue discussed and agreed upon during the NEC meeting. The choice of Abuja as the venue for the conference was met with unanimous approval. Specifically, the Maryam Babangida Women Development Centre in Abuja was chosen as the ideal location for this prestigious event.
Furthermore, considering the delay in the conference’s date, the NEC decided to extend the tenure of the current Central Working Committee (CWC) of NAWOJ. This extension is intended to bridge the gap between the original conference date and the rescheduled one. It aligns with Article 13(1) of the NUJ Constitution, ensuring the smooth operation of the Association during this period.
Acknowledgments and Best Wishes
The NEC expressed its gratitude to the 9-Member Credentials Committee for their work in kick-starting the process for the National election of NAWOJ. With these decisions in place, NAWOJ looks forward to successfully hosting the 2023 Triennial National Delegates Conference in Abuja.
Helen Udofa
National Secretary
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