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NUJ, SWAN, Friends To Hold 2nd Memorial Lecture For Late Jide Fashikun
A Fallen Hero, Late Jide Fashikun
Joel Ajayi
Nigerian Union of Journalist NUJ (FCT Council), Sports Writers Association of Nigeria FCT SWAN and friends of the Late Jide Fashikun are set to hold the second memorial lecture for our late friend and colleague, Mr.Olajide Fashikun who died on 27th January, 2019.
It will be recalled that Late Fashikun died after brief illness two years ago. The topic for this year’s lecture is titled: “Building Lasting Legacies with Journalism.”
In a press statement issued on behalf of friends of Jide Fasikun Comrade Sylvanus Ofekun on Monday in Abuja
We are glad to announce the second memorial lecture for our late friend and colleague, Mr.Olajide Fashikun who died on 27th January, 2019.
“This year’s remembrance is in conjunction with Friends of Jide, the NUJ (FCT Council) and FCT SWAN.
“Organizers have carefully selected Barrister Solomon Dalung, the immediate past Minister of sports and veteran broadcast journalist, Dr. Ameachi Anakwue of DAAR Communication as guest speakers.
“This event holds on Wednesday January 27, 2021 at the FCT NUJ Council by 12 noon.
“We are grateful to FCT NUJ Council led by Comrade Emmanuel Ogbeche and the FCT SWAN, led by Comrade Chidoka Nwabueze for their unflinching support.
“Invited guest are to observe all COVID 19 protocols as provision has made for others to join virtually.”
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AUDA-NEPAD CEO Highlights Collaboration as Catalyst for Africa’s Economic Competitiveness
Joel Ajayi
The Chief Executive Officer and National Coordinator of AUDA-NEPAD Nigeria, Hon. Jabiru Salisu Abdullahi, has called for stronger public-private partnerships to boost Africa’s global competitiveness.
Speaking at the High-Level Business Forum 2025 organised by the NEPAD Business Group Nigeria in Lagos, Hon. Abdullahi said Africa’s transformation will be driven by enterprise, not aid.
He urged governments to create enabling environments that foster innovation, industrial growth, and sustainable development.
He reaffirmed AUDA-NEPAD Nigeria’s commitment to working with private sector actors and development partners to deliver key initiatives in agriculture, ICT, manufacturing, and renewable energy under the AU Agenda 2063 framework.
The event brought together top business and policy leaders, including representatives from the African Business Roundtable, the Bank of Industry, the Africa Finance Corporation, and the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria, among others.
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