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Nasarawa Gov. commends women title holders for humanitarian commitment

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1 year ago

April 28, 2025

The Governor of Nasarawa State, Alhaji Abdullahi Sule, has commended the Association of Women Traditional Title Holders in Nigeria (AWTTHN) for its readiness to collaborate and carry out humanitarian activities.

He lauded the association’s commitment to improving the country through various initiatives.

Sule expressed his appreciation during his remarks at the inauguration of the newly elected executives of AWTTHN and the inauguration of their endowment fund-raising on Saturday in Abuja.

He was represented by the Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Mrs Margaret Elayo.

The new executives of AWTTHN include Hajia Zainab Jibril (Sarauniyar Loko) as President, Mrs Costy Princess (Bass Henshaw Eyo) as Vice President, and Princess Nikky Onyeri (Neledi of Royal Kingdom of Lesotho Egoigwe II of Ajalli) as General Secretary.

Other key members include Mrs Obonganwan Eshiet (Apostle of Peace) as Organising Secretary, Hajia Maimuna Ahmed as Legal Adviser, Dr Amina Danmummuni (Sarauniyar FESTAC) as Treasurer, and Hajia Hafsat Bima (Waziriyar Yalmatu) as Financial Secretary.

Hajia Jawahir Taura (Garkuwar Taura) serves as Public Relations Officer, while Hajia Alawiyya Abba (Zinatriyar Son) is Assistant Secretary, and Mrs Amina Abba (Giwa Yeriman Daura) is the Marshal.

Sule, in his address, lauded the crucial role women traditional title holders had played throughout Nigeria’s history, especially in trade and other activities.

He noted that their role had expanded, positioning them as critical partners in contemporary issues such as combating gender-based violence, advocating for child education, environmental sustainability, mental health, and overall community well-being.

Sule added that Nasarawa State valued the strength of tradition, emphasizing that governance could not succeed without the involvement of the community.

He expressed excitement about collaborating with the AWTTHN to promote environmental stewardship at the grassroots level, aiming to strengthen the resilience of the state’s people against climate change and environmental degradation.

He also reiterated the state government’s commitment to engaging traditional women leaders in campaigns focused on environment, health, education, and community development.

In her speech, Hajia Zainab Jibril, the newly inaugurated president of AWTTHN, expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to lead the association and shared her plans for various projects, particularly those focusing on children, education, and healthcare.

Princess Nikky Onyeri, the General Secretary, emphasised that the association’s work was deeply rooted in community engagement.

She outlined plans to tackle key issues such as health, children’s welfare, security, and gender-based violence.

Onyeri also spoke about the association’s goal of establishing skill acquisition centres for women and girls and supporting women interested in political leadership roles.

She committed to addressing critical women’s health issues, such as maternal care and breast and cervical cancer, as well as advocating for peace and security.

The reports have it that the event also featured the oath of office and the presentation of awards to several dignitaries.

It was attended by personalities from the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs, the Office of the Accountant General of Nasarawa State, the National Assembly, traditional institutions, and other notable guests.

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Eagle Times Newspaper Will Be Voice for Nigerians – Publisher Chukwunyere Vows

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6 hours ago

October 2, 2026

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The Publisher of The Eagle Times Nigeria, Sir Ikechukwu Chukwunyere, has pledged that the newspaper will promote accountability, credible journalism and public-interest reporting in its coverage of national affairs.
Chukwunyere made the commitment on Thursday, October 1, 2026, during the official unveiling and launch of The Eagle Times Nigeria.

He said the new media organisation was established not merely to add another newspaper to Nigeria’s media landscape, but to provide a platform committed to serving the public interest.

According to him, the newspaper’s guiding philosophy, “The Voice for the People, The Watchdog for the Nation,” places a responsibility on the organisation to listen to Nigerians, tell their stories, highlight issues affecting their daily lives and scrutinise those entrusted with public responsibilities.

“To be a voice for the people means that we must listen to Nigerians, tell their stories, highlight their concerns and give visibility to issues that affect their daily lives,” he said.

The publisher added that The Eagle Times would be guided by accuracy, fairness, professionalism, credibility and responsible journalism, stressing that the newspaper would not publish stories merely because they were sensational.

“We will verify. We will investigate. We will seek the other side. We will correct our mistakes when we make them,” he said.

Chukwunyere further stated that the newspaper would endeavour to give individuals and organisations the opportunity to respond whenever allegations were made against them.
“Our commitment is not to any political party, government or individual. Our primary commitment is to journalism, to truth and to the Nigerian public,” he said.

He noted that the newspaper was launching at a time when the media industry was undergoing rapid transformation, with audiences increasingly consuming news through digital platforms, including websites, television, podcasts and social media.

He said The Eagle Times would therefore operate as a multimedia organisation, combining its newspaper with digital platforms and The Eagle Times TV to reach audiences across different channels.

According to him, the organisation also intends to create opportunities for young journalists, writers, photographers, producers, digital creators and other media professionals to develop their skills and contribute to journalism and national development.

Chukwunyere said the newspaper’s coverage would include politics, governance, business, economy, security, judiciary, education, health, technology, sports, entertainment, lifestyle and international affairs.

He, however, said the organisation intended to distinguish itself not only by the subjects it covered but by the quality and approach of its journalism.

We want to tell stories that matter, we want to investigate issues that require investigation, we want to highlight Nigerians who are making a difference, and we want to give communities that are often ignored an opportunity to be heard,” he said.

The publisher acknowledged the challenges involved in establishing a newspaper, saying the venture required investment, commitment, professional discipline and the courage to pursue an idea.

He expressed appreciation to the management, editorial, reporting, production and digital teams, as well as families, friends, partners and supporters who contributed to the establishment of the organisation.

Chukwunyere also assured readers, viewers and the newspaper’s digital audience that The Eagle Times would strive to earn their trust and remain accountable to the standards it had set for itself.

He said the newspaper’s success would not be measured only by circulation figures, website traffic or social media followers, but also by the confidence Nigerians placed in its journalism.

“Today, we spread our wings. Today, The Eagle Times takes flight,” he said, reaffirming the newspaper’s commitment to its slogan: “The Voice for the People, The Watchdog for the Nation.”

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