The chairman Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Cross River State Council,comrade Achibong Bassey has received prestigious Pink Africa foundation awards , awards of recognized by pink Africa foundation for her role in breast cancer awareness and community engagement at a rally in Calabar.penultemate Saturday
The council received the Pink Africa Foundation l Award for Most Resourceful Organization Award for Most Engaging Organization at the breast cancer awareness rally organised by Pink Africa Foundation in partnership with the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC).
in a statement issued to our reporter by the cross river state chairman of NUJ Comrade Bassey Archibong said “the awards recognize the council’s reported contributions to breast cancer advocacy, including the mobilisation of resources, expertise and volunteers, as well as efforts to promote public participation and strengthen community connections.” comrade Bassey hinted
Reacting to the recognition, NUJ Cross River State Council Chairman she expressed excitement roled in joy over the double honours, describing them as an encouraging moment during her tenure.
“This is so exciting. I am so honoured that in my tenure, NUJ brought two awards in one day. What can I say? Thank you, Jesus,” Bassey said.
She thanked Pink Africa Foundation and UICC for recognising the council, adding that the awards reflected the value of efforts made by members through their professional and community engagements.
she also encouraged journalists to remain committed to their responsibilities, noting that seemingly small actions could make a difference in people’s lives and attract recognition beyond their immediate environment.
“Let us keep our candle burning in our secret little corners because you don’t know who is watching. You don’t know whose life you are impacting,” she said.
The NUJ chairman said the recognition showed that the council’s activities were being noticed and appreciated, while describing the awards as a source of encouragement following what she characterised as a difficult preceding week.
Reaffirmed the council’s willingness to sustain collaboration with organisations working to improve breast cancer awareness and support related advocacy initiatives.
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