By Muhammad Amaan
The Kano State Chapter of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) has congratulated Hauwa Zahradden on her confirmation as the first female Secretary of the Kano State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ).
Hauwa Zahradden, who previously served as the Assistant Secretary of NUJ Kano, has now been confirmed as Secretary, making history as the first woman to occupy the position in the Kano State Council.
In a statement jointly signed by Chairperson of Kano NAWOJ, Sayyida Bahijja Malam Kabara and Secretary, Maryam Muhammad Yakasai Secretary, the state chapter of NAWOJ commended the leadership of the state council, under the Chairmanship of Sulaiman Abdullahi Dederi, as well as the NUJ National President, Alhassan Yahaya, for fostering an environment that recognises and supports the participation of women in leadership within the journalism profession.
Speaking on the development, Sayyida Bahijja Kabara, described Hauwa Zahradden’s confirmation as a significant milestone and a great honour to all NAWOJians and women journalists across Kano State.
She said the historic development is a source of pride for women journalists, noting that having the first female Secretary of NUJ Kano represents a positive step towards greater inclusion and participation of women in the leadership of the journalism profession.
According to her, Hauwa’s new position will further strengthen the confidence of female journalists and make them feel more welcomed, represented and valued within the NUJ family.
She expressed confidence that she will bring her experience, professionalism and dedication to the new responsibility and contribute meaningfully to the growth and unity of the journalism profession in Kano State.
“NAWOJ Kano wishes Comrade Hauwa Zahradden a successful tenure and looks forward to stronger cooperation between NUJ and NAWOJ in advancing the welfare, professional development and leadership opportunities of journalists, particularly women journalists,” part of the statement read.
