The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) National Secretariat has honoured Olori Janet Afolabi, CNN award profitable journalist and Queen of Apomu Kingdom in Osun State, with the celebrated Media Icon Award.
A letter collectively signed by Comrade Alhassan Yahaya, National President, NUJ, Achike Chude, National Secretary, NUJ and Gbenga Onayiga, Chairman Planning Committee, mentioned, ” that is in recognition of your immense contributions to the event of journalism in Nigeria.”
The award was introduced to Olori Afolabi at a vibrant ceremony of the 4th Edition of Annual Milestone Recognition of Media Icons in Nigeria.
The occasion came about on November 7,at Abuja Continental Hotel (former Abuja Sheration and Towers). lt was properly attended by senior journalists, media executives, authorities officers, amongst others.
Olori Afolabi expressed profound gratitude to God and to the NUJ for locating her worthy. She mentioned her work within the media was pushed purely by a ardour to serve humanity and use reporting as a instrument for growth.
“This honour is proof that when you work faithfully, your work will speak for you and recognition will find you.”she mentioned.
Olori Janet Afolabi, a seasoned journalist, writer and humanitarian, is the founding father of OJAF, a non-governmental group targeted on girls empowerment, girl-child training, youth growth and youngster welfare.
