By Queen Kunde Enoch
Usually election seasons are often characterized by show of wits and personality of candidates. But during Campaigns it’s essential each showcases their qualities and ability to excell in the given position. As the process leading to the FCT NUJ elections continue, even though campaigns have not officially begun, Consultations are ongoing and so far with the assessment of the various aspirants for the Chairmanship position of the FCT NUJ, given the much desired improvement on what a befitting FCT council should be, then Comrade Grace Ike is the most qualified Comrade to be voted in as Chairman of the FCT NUJ Council in the December 4th 2024 Elections.
Some people have agrued that it’s been an all men affairs since the inception of Chairmen of the FCT NUJ Council, but I beg to differ on that as given her qualities, even if she has all others contending with her so far as women, she is still the best and most qualified.
There is no doubt that NUJ FCT council has been a significant voice in the practice of Nigerian journalism, calling for press freedom, better welfare among others. Every time leadership of the Council emerged, each has contributed in their own unique way to bring their commitment to the profession.
In our present reality, electing Grace Ike will be the best for the growth and development of our great union as well as the journalism profession, from her records: Grace Ike is a good leader, a unifyer, humane, transparent,empathetic, a leader who is gifted with unique sense of humility and not self seeking, with the ability to attract goodwill to her people with every sense of reasonability.
All of this perspectives I have highlighted above were symbolized in her leadership style at the National Assembly Press Corp, the reason even after her tenure is over from there, her excellent service still keeps the press community in the National Assembly stock to seeing her succeed wherever she is as was seen demonstrated in the purchase of her nomination form to run for the position of the NUJ FCT council Chairmanship race by the HoR Press corp members.
Having Grace Ike as chairman of the FCT NUJ Council will send a strong message about choice of leadership with unparallel qualities in Nigerian journalism and encouraging not only female journalists but instill sanity , decorum and excellent team spirit in the leadership of the Council which is hosted at the seat of power, the Federal Capital Territory FCT of Nigeria
I strongly believe that her emergence would demonstrate a commitment to diversity in the Council allowing for a fresh perspective on issues that impact both male and female journalists and the entire society.
I do agree with the saying that female leaders often bring a unique collaborative approach to problem-solving mechanism and leadership style. This I think would further strengthen the council’s impact and drive new initiatives that are sensitive to the challenges faced by both the council and women in the field, from gender-based perspectives in career development.
Grace Ike is a strong character and those with strong character in leadership value Work-life and are more Inclusive.They Are More empathetic and they encourage teamwork with good multitasking, motivated spirit which encourages strong communications in overcoming challenges.
This and many more qualities are that reason why Grace Ike is more suited and most qualified Comrade in the on going Historical Elections we are going to witness on the 4th of December, 2024 . I therefore urge every voting member of the NUJ FCT council to defy every persuasion to come out enmass to Vote For Grace Ike on the 4th of December 2024, this will guarantee all journalist speak one voice in a New Era and moving forward.
Queen Kunde Enoch
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