The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists, NAWOJ, Lagos State Chapter has marked the 2026 International Women’s Day with a renewed focus on mentorship and capacity building for women journalists, aligning with this year’s theme, “Give to Gain.”
Chairperson of NAWOJ Lagos, Jumoke Johnson, said the theme underscores the need to invest in women journalists to strengthen their voice in the media and enhance their welfare.
She announced that the Association will commemorate the day with a lecture and panel discussion titled “Give to Gain: Empowering Women Journalists through Mentorship and Advocacy for a Stronger Voice and Enhanced Welfare” at the NUJ Secretariat in Iyalla, Alausa, Lagos.
The event will feature guest speaker Lekan Otufodunrin, Executive Director of the Media Career Development Network, who will share insights on career development and mentorship in the media industry.
Panel discussions will include award-winning media professionals such as Olufunke Fayemi of Voice of Nigeria, Lagos, and Blessing Oladunjoye of BONews, focusing on strategies to enhance the capacity and welfare of women journalists.
Johnson noted that the event aims to provide women journalists with mentorship opportunities, foster knowledge-sharing, and strengthen professional practices to ensure they contribute more effectively to the media sector and society at large.
The lecture is scheduled for Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., and will also serve as a stakeholders’ engagement forum to explore better welfare measures for women journalists in Lagos State.
All stakeholders, women’s groups, lawmakers, government officials, media organizations, and members of the informal sector are invited to participate.
