The Nation Journalism Foundation (TNJF) is seeking partnership with the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency to strengthen advocacy, reporting and grassroots awareness on gender based violence.
During a courtesy visit to the agency’s office in Lagos, the foundation’s Programme Officer, Mr Ademola Oyeledun, said the partnership would allow both organisations to pool resources and reach more communities, schools and vulnerable groups.
“The Nation newspaper has been reporting gender-based violence for years and we know the gaps in awareness and response,” Oyeledun said. “This fight is bigger than any one organisation. Together, we can amplify the voices of survivors, prevent abuse before it happens and ensure the media tells these stories responsibly. We want to work with you on school outreach, advocacy campaigns, journalist training and joint investigative projects.”
While giving an overview of the agency’s activities, Head of Case Management, Mrs Tunmininu Oni, said the agency responds to all forms of gender-based violence (GBV), including physical, emotional and sexual abuse, child abuse, female genital mutilation and harmful traditional practices.
“This agency is not all about women, GBV affects both male and female and we have the responsibility to respond to every case reported,” Oni said.
“We have departments for case management, legal services, social welfare, empowerment, community engagement and field operations. We work closely with the police, health facilities and community leaders. Collaboration with the media is crucial because public awareness is as important as enforcement.”
She added that the agency runs the Kings and Queens Club to teach children mutual respect and to break the cycle of violence, and carries out door to door advocacy and annual awareness campaigns each September.
Making a case for the foundation, members, Strategy Team, (TNJF) and Assistant Editors, Ms Evelyn Osagie and Mrs Precious Igbonwelundu, both members of the foundation’s strategy team, outlined its record in advocacy against sexual violence and femicide.
Osagie presented recent reports and initiatives undertaken to raise awareness, support survivors and push for policy change.
Igbonwelundu built on this by highlighting possible areas of collaboration with the agency, particularly in expanding school based advocacy, strengthening journalist training on sensitive reporting, and mounting joint public campaigns to change attitudes towards GBV.
Rounding off the foundation’s presentation, Oyeledun said its GBV work aligns closely with the agency’s mandate.
“We have taken sensitisation to schools with our anti-bullying engagements, held public campaigns on GBV and commissioned special investigative reports,” he said. “If we partner with you, we can extend the reach of your Kings and Queens Club, co host awareness events, and produce reports with joint branding that show the public and policymakers the scale of the problem.”
He reemphasised his call for joint training for journalists on survivor centred reporting, noting that many media houses still make ethical errors that lead to secondary victimisation.
“We can organise training that brings journalists from different newsrooms together so that everyone understands the right approach to reporting gender-based violence. If the media gets it wrong, it undermines all our efforts.”
Both sides will now work out detailed plans for the September awareness month and long term initiatives to prevent abuse, support survivors and expand public education.
The Nation Journalism Foundation has held its inaugural 2025 Health and Social Week. It was aimed at promoting the physical, mental, and social well-being of workers and journalists.
The initiative was not just a health campaign but a statement of the organisation’s commitment to creating a culture of wellness in the workplace.
Ademola Oyeledun, Programme Officer, noting the importance of staying healthy, said the week was a broader vision to integrate wellbeing in workers.
“This isn’t just an event—it’s a revolution for physical, mental, and social well-being,” he said. “Each day brings a surge of energy—in numbers, and in spirit.”
The first two days were devoted to free medical screening and expert consultations. Workers in all departments participated in health checks, including blood pressure monitoring, blood sugar testing, Hepatitis B screening and general consultation.
Medical professionals were available to offer guidance on healthy living and preventive care, making the sessions both accessible and informative.
Health talks was a central pillar of the programme. Consultant Haematologist, Dr. Adejoke Olatinwo, opened the series covering everything from cardiovascular health to lifestyle management.
She emphasised the importance of hydration, balanced nutrition, rest, and check-ups. “Health is wealth, and self-care is important. No one will love you more than you love yourself” she said, urging staff to take responsibility for their daily habits.
She recommended moderate carbohydrate intake, reduced red meat consumption, and increased consumption of fruits, vegetables, and water—up to three litres daily.
Beyond physical wellness, Dr. Olatinwo addressed emotional and mental health, encouraging staff to maintain healthy relationships, avoid self-medication, and prioritise quality sleep. “Joy, positivity, and rest are as essential to your health as food and exercise,” she added.
Dr. Omele Chibuzo lectured on chronic illnesses, particularly hypertension, diabetes, and stroke. He advised staff over 40 to take steps such as mammograms, pap smears, pelvic scans for women, and prostate health checks for men. By Friday, it was time to put words into action. Staff laced up their sneakers and joined a group fitness session, led by a professional instructor.
The morning began with a fitness walk around the premises—a burst of movement that drew banter and motivation.
Later, participants went into an aerobics session to ease tension. The air was light, the energy contagious, and for many, it was a refreshing break from the daily grind.
During the grand finale on Saturday, colleagues faced off over Ludo, Chess, Draft, Scrabble, Ayo, Whot, Dart, Table Tennis, Poker, and video games.
Each game table buzzed with laughter, strategy, and sportsmanship. Despite the rain briefly disrupting the tennis matches, spirits remained high as the game resumed once the skies cleared.
On the football pitch, a spirited 3-aside match saw the editorial team square off against non-editorial staff. The game, which followed some friendly warm-up rounds, ended 0-0, but the editorial side claimed bragging rights after a decisive win on penalties.
At the height of the day’s camaraderie and good cheer, Mr. Gboyega Alaka, Chairman of The Nation’s NUJ Chapel, offered a few words in recognition of the management’s efforts. He commended the initiative as a thoughtful, well-executed programme that demonstrated leadership’s genuine investment in staff welfare.
The Annual Health and Social Week 2025 ultimately achieved what it set out to do—promote awareness, foster stronger bonds among colleagues, and remind everyone that organisational excellence begins with personal well-being.
This special story project is supported by The Nation Journalism Foundation (tNJF)
The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed January 24 as International Day of Education. Tomorrow again, the world will be marking the day. The Nation Journalism Foundation, as part of its thematic focus, will be addressing the phenomenon of out-of-school children – a disturbing challenge, which is consuming the educational domain and future of the child in the world, especially Nigeria. The foundation’s goal is to expose the educational barriers that prevent millions of children from accessing quality education and showcase its advocacy efforts to create safe and supportive learning environments, as demonstrated by its recent initiatives, Assistant Editor Bola Olajuwon reports
Place of education in development
Education is a fundamental human right, a great equaliser and invaluable gift a nation can give to the younger generation. It is a key factor in national development, which contributes to a country’s social, economic and political progress. According to educators, education helps build a sense of national identity, promote civic engagement and create a skilled workforce.
In Nigeria , there is hardly a better gift to give a child. Every child deserves access to quality education, especially children from poor homes, for whom it has become imperative to break cycles of generational poverty and illiteracy.
Despite the laudable place of education, millions of children worldwide remain out-of-school and learning poverty due to a myriad of challenges. Nigeria, in particular, is facing an education crisis of unprecedented proportions, with millions of children left out of school, particularly in the northern regions. This crisis, policy-makers claimed, threatens to destabilise the nation’s future, making it a ticking time bomb that demands urgent attention.
Role of UN in education growth
Owing to the role of education for peace and development, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed January 24 as International Day of Education. The body ensured that the right to education is enshrined in Article 26 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The declaration calls for free and compulsory elementary education. The Convention on the Rights of the Child, adopted in 1989, goes further to stipulate that countries shall make higher education accessible to all.
When it adopted the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development in September 2015, the international community recognised that education is essential for the success of all 17 of its goals. Sustainable Development Goal 4, in particular, aims to “ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all” by 2030.
In 2024, amid escalating conflicts, accelerating climate change, and rising inequalities, UNESCO kept education high on the global agenda through addressing critical education challenges and made the case for increased financing to empower people through learning.
Tomorrow, the world will mark International Day of Education, in celebration of the role of education for peace and development. International days and weeks are occasions to educate the public on issues of concern, to mobilise political will and resources to address global problems, and to celebrate and reinforce achievements of humanity.
The existence of international days predates the establishment of the United Nations, but the UN has embraced them as a powerful advocacy tool. In 2024, amid escalating conflicts, accelerating climate change, and rising inequalities, United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) kept education high on the global agenda through addressing critical education challenges and made the case for increased financing to empower people through learning.
Challenges of achieving universal education
Education offers children a ladder out of poverty and a path to a promising future. But about 244 million children and adolescents around the world are out of school; 617 million children and adolescents cannot read and do basic math; less than 40 per cent of girls in sub-Saharan Africa complete lower secondary school and some four million children and youth refugees are out of school. Their right to education is being violated and it is unacceptable.
The figure of Nigerian children who are out-of-school is increasing yearly. In 2023, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) estimated that 10.5 million children were out of school in Africa’s most populous country.
The latest report of UNICEF, published last August, indicates that the figure has risen to 18.3 million with many of the cases prevalent in the northern part of the country.
The danger of out-of-school children
Senate President Godswill Akpabio, while hitting the nail on the head late last year, said Nigeria’s out-of-school children may soon transform to bandits, if the government fails to return them to their classrooms. Akpabio said this during the plenary when he commented on a report to tackle the challenges of out-of-school children in the country.
“This issue of out-of-school children is one of the most important and a major source of insecurity in this country. Twenty million children that are out of school is a time bomb for any country or anywhere experiencing banditry.
“If we can solve the problem of out-of-school children in Nigeria, over 20 million children that are out of school, those are potential bandits, major danger,” Akpabio said.
A lecturer at Covenant University, Ogun State, Busayo Aderounmu, said: “The higher the number of out-of-school children in the country, the higher the level of illiteracy, insecurity, and poverty among others,”
Aderounmu said the country is faced with a learning and economic crisis mainly fuelled by the rising numbers of out-of-school children.
•The Nation Journalism Foundation officials, resource persons, teachers and pupils during the distribution of exercise books at the schools
Also commenting on issue, UNICEF’s Chief of Bauchi Field Office Tushar Rane said the 18.3 million figure positions Nigeria with the challenge of having the largest number of out-of-school children globally, noting that only 63 per cent of primary school-age children regularly attend school.
He said in May 2024, only 84 per cent of Nigerian children moved to junior secondary schools after completing their primary schools. He ascribed the situation to limited budgets, lack of adequate evidence-based policies, teacher and classroom shortages, poor infrastructure, cultural norms, health and safety concerns, and child labour, among others.
The Nation Journalism Foundation and plan to tackle education’s challenges
To address the critical issues in education sector, The Nation Journalism Foundation recently launched a pilot Advocacy Campaign on Bullying at Oduduwa Secondary School, Ladipo Road, Mushin, within Lagos Education District VI, as part of the global 16 Days of Activism campaign against Gender-Based Violence.
With the theme: United Against Bullying: Creating a Safe and Supportive School Community, this initiative highlights the critical need to address bullying as a major contributor to school dropout rates.
In an interview with this correspondent during the week, Programme Officer, The Nation Journalism Foundation (tNJF), Ademola Oyeledun, said: “This pilot project marks the beginning of a statewide campaign, as we aim to replicate this advocacy effort across Lagos State, promoting a culture of safety, respect, and inclusivity in our schools.
“One of the outcomes of this initiative was the commitment to establish an Anti-Bullying Club at Oduduwa Secondary School. This initiative aims to empower students to act against bullying, promote kindness, empathy, and respect among students, and provide support for students who have experienced bullying.”
Foundation’s move to confront out-of-school challenge
Oyeledun noted that the phenomenon of out-of-school children is a disturbing phenomenon, gradually consuming the educational domain and future of the child. According to him, this educational endemic refers to the children in the official primary school age range, who are not enrolled in either primary or secondary school, many factors such as inadequate-evidence-based policies, teacher and classroom shortages, poor infrastructure, cultural norms, health and safety concerns, conflicts and economic barriers among others, are attributed to the out-of school challenge’s manifestation and escalation.
He added that proactive and decisive actions from all stakeholders to ameliorate the negative trend are greatly paramount and desirable.
He said: “As the world prepares to mark International Day of Education tomorrow, The Nation Journalism Foundation (tNJF) is proud to have launched a special story project investigating the complex issues surrounding out-of-school children in Nigeria.
“Through this project, we have examined the root causes of this crisis, amplified the voices of affected children, and highlighted potential solutions.
“Our goal is to expose the educational barriers that prevent millions of children from accessing quality education and also showcase our advocacy efforts to create safe and supportive learning environments, as demonstrated by our recent initiatives.
“In Nigeria, the statistics are staggering. As of May 2024, the number of out-of-school children in Nigeria was estimated to be 18.3 million. This is a significant number, representing almost 20 percent of the world’s out-of-school children – one of the highest numbers in the world.”
The foundation on the causes of the crisis
This crisis, the foundation’s programme officer said, is perpetuated by a complex interplay of factors, including poverty, which forces many children to work instead of attending school; conflict, which has destroyed schools and displaced communities; cultural and social norms, which often prioritise boys’ education over girls’; and inadequate educational infrastructure, which leaves many schools without qualified teachers, adequate resources, or safe learning environments.
“For girls, the challenges are even more daunting, with child marriage, early pregnancy, and gender-based violence posing significant barriers to education. Among these barriers, bullying has emerged as a significant yet often overlooked factor contributing to school dropouts. Bullying causes emotional, psychological, and physical harm, leading many students to abandon their education in search of safer environments.”
Solutions
Oyeledun said: “To break this cycle, we need multifaceted solutions that address systemic barriers and implement localised interventions. To reverse the trend, beyond funding education by empowering teachers and building infrastructure, mind-sets need to change as much as economic conditions to tackle the twin evils of poor mentality and poverty. It is a known fact that amidst Nigeria’s searing insecurity and surging poverty, education has become a luxury that many cannot afford.
“Our foundation is committed to promoting education as a fundamental human right and creating environments where every child can thrive and we are ready to partner government at the three-tier, ministries of education and youths, corporate organisations and bodies in this direction.
“At The Nation Journalism Foundation, we believe that every child deserves access to quality education, regardless of their background or circumstances. Getting mass of children into school is high priority for countries and crucial for achieving universal primary education. Any child that has access to education has broken the cycle of poverty in his or her family. Whereas the rate of out-of-school children increases, the human capital decreases in Nigeria.
“Through our project, we aim to amplify the voices of out-of-school children, highlight the challenges they face, and advocate for policy changes and interventions that can help address this crisis.
“By supporting investigative journalism on this critical issue, we hope to inspire a national conversation about the importance of education and the need to break down the barriers that prevent children from accessing it.
“We urge our readers to join us in this effort by sharing our stories, advocating for policy changes, and supporting organisations that work to provide education and support services to out-of-school children.
“Together, we can make a difference and create a future where every child in Nigeria has access to quality education and the opportunities they deserve.”
Oduduwa Secondary School on Ladipo Road, Mushin, Lagos, became the epicentre of a transformative initiative recently, as The Nation Journalism Foundation, led by its Programme Officer, Mr. Ademola Oyeledun, launched an event titled: “United against bullying: Creating a safe and supportive school community.”
The event, which aligned with the foundation’s 16 days of activism against gender-based violence, aimed to tackle the pervasive issue of bullying head-on.
In his opening remarks at the event, Oyeledun welcomed attendees, emphasising the significance of the day within the broader context of the campaign against gender-based violence, which runs from November 25 to December 10 – Human Rights Day.
He underscored the school’s commitment to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive learning environment.
The day’s proceedings were enriched by insights from three seasoned journalists from The Nation Newspaper, each bringing a unique perspective to the issue.
Miss Evelyn Osagie, a multi-talented and award-winning journalist and performing poet, addressed the secondary school 2 students.
Passionate about women, children and young adults, Osagie touched on the severe implications of bullying and its connection to gender-based violence.
The interactive approach captured the students’ attention and also empowered them to take a stand against bullying.
Also, a journalist with over a decade of experience in community development advocacy, Mr. Adeola Ogunlade, spoke to the SS3 students.
Beyond his journalistic endeavours, Mr. Ogunlade founded Youth Advocate for Change, focusing on sustainable livelihood for children and youth in vulnerable communities around Lagos for the past nine years.
His session was hands-on, involving a role-play where students discussed and presented their collective understanding of bullying, its effects and prevention strategies, fostering a deeper commitment to creating a bully-free environment.
The school’s guidance counselor, Mrs. T.A. Adebimpe, expressed gratitude to the foundation for their innovative approach to presenting the topic.
She highlighted the tragic case of Sylvester Oromoni, a Dowen College pupil, whose death due to bullying led to his mother’s demise from trauma. “What you say to your classmates can go a long way in affecting both the student and the parents.
“Shutting a child up or passing negative comments can result in psychological bullying,” she emphasised.
In her closing remarks, Mrs. Precious Igbonwelundu, an award-winning journalist and advocate who heads the Crime and City Desk at The Nation Newspaper, provided legal insights into bullying.
“If bullying results in an injury, it becomes an assault and may result in a two-year jail term. If it results in death, it becomes a murder case, which may lead to life imprisonment,” she cautioned, underlining the serious legal implications of bullying.
The initiative received overwhelming support from the school’s leadership. The Principal, Mrs. G.B. Omotola, expressed gratitude to the foundation for their engaging approach, noting the visible enthusiasm from the students.
“Our students were very happy. They engaged actively and asked and answered a lot of questions,” she remarked.
The vice principal, Mrs. M.O. Oyekan, shared her hope that the programme would significantly reduce bullying incidents, stating: “Bullying is very rampant here, and this programme has created a lot of awareness to help curb bullying and give a voice to victims.”
However, Oyeledun announced plans to establish an anti-bullying club at Oduduwa Secondary School to create a legacy of a safe and supportive community.
The initiative was met with enthusiasm from the student leadership, with Tomiwa Ajetunmobi and Eniola Ishola, the Head Boy and Head Girl, expressing eagerness to collaborate with the foundation in setting up the club.
The event highlighted the urgent need to address bullying and also marked a significant step towards building a school culture where every student can thrive without fear, aligning with the broader goals of the 16 days of activism campaign.
Human rights activists under the auspices of the Niger Delta Rights Advocates (NDRA) and the Relief International, Africa (RIA) have called for an end to killings and harassment of journalists.
The activists spoke during a walk organised on Friday in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, by the Nation Journalism Foundation (tNJF), to mark the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists (IDEI).
The 6km walk, which was led by the Nation’s Regional Manager, Port Harcourt Operations, and award-winning journalist, Mr. Shola O’Neil, excited residents and passersby, who also voluntarily participated in the event.
Placards with messages such as “Stop Illegal Detention of Journalists”, “Let Journalists Do Their Work in Crises and Emergencies”, “Journalists’ Rights, Human Rights” and “Wanted Laws to Protect Journalists”, were on display during the march.
The NDRA Chairman, who was represented by Prince Chigozie Alozie, described the event as a symbolic walk against any form of violence against journalists.
He said as a responsible civil society organisation NDRA would always walk side by side with journalists to condemn every form of intimidation against members of the journalism profession.
Alozie seized the opportunity to commend journalists for their humanitarian activities and providing platforms for people especially helpless individuals to air their views.
He said : “As a responsible civil society organization in this part of Nigeria, the Niger Delta Rights Advocates (NDRA) walks side by side journalists in Rivers State and Nigeria, and we condemn totally every form of intimidation or violence against journalists and journalism practice in every corner of the geographical expression called Nigeria.
*We thank Nigerian journalists for the humanitarian work they do in our society, especially providing the platform for organizations such as ours to have the voice to speak on issues affecting our immediate environment and the nation at large. We pray for better conditions of service for Nigerian journalists in recognition of their sacrifices for nation building”.
In his goodwill message, the Executive Director, Relief International, Africa, Amb. Green Isaac, declared his organisation’s support to the Nation’s Foundation and appreciated the advocacy walk to mark the year’s IDEI.
He said: “This day serves as a solemn reminder of the vital role journalists play in shaping informed societies and upholding democratic principles. Journalism is a cornerstone of transparency, accountability, and freedom.
“Without the voices of brave reporters, the stories of marginalized communities, the grievances of oppressed populations, and the truths that propel us toward change would remain unheard.
“Yet, for their courage and dedication, journalists around the world face harassment, detention, and, in many tragic cases, life-threatening violence.
This reality, intolerable by any standard, requires collective action from all sectors of society”.
Isaac said the Relief International Africa reaffirmed its commitment to supporting efforts to champion the protection of journalists and the fight against impunity.
He said: “We commend the Nation Journalist Foundation for its unwavering stance in defending press freedom and for promoting a safer, more just environment for journalists across our nation.
*As we observe this important day, let us remember that the protection of journalists is not solely the duty of a few, but a shared responsibility. A world that silences its press cannot stand in truth, and societies that persecute journalists cannot claim to be free.
“In solidarity with journalists everywhere, we continue to work for a future where every journalist can report with confidence and without fear, and where justice is pursued for those who have suffered in the line of duty. Together, we can advance the rights of journalists and protect the very fabric of our democratic principles”
In his remarks, O’Neil said the walk was a maiden event to mark the launching of tNJF in commemoration of the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists.
O’Neil said: “Journalists have faced a lot of challenges, ranging from kidnapping, all forms of attacks, unwarranted harassments, arrests, and detentions, in fact, killings.
“This year alone, over 137 journalists died in Gaza, in just a single conflict. The United Nations (UN), reports have it that about 85 per cent crimes against journalists go unpunished.
“What this means is that for every 100 journalists that were killed only 15 get justice. This is very alarming and portends great danger to freedom of speech, the world and its human inhabitants.
“This is because attack on journalists is attack on freedom of information, free speech, and every other thing that makes the society worth living. Just like we chanted while we walked, that there is no society without journalism, someone might say there is, but what kind of society would that be?
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“Society that is inundated with impunity, a society where politicians cannot be brought to account for their deeds, a society where criminals and crimes are not punished, a society that would be overtaken by anarchy, lawless place, I wonder who would want that kind of society”.
Recalling one of the gruesome killings of journalist, O’Neil said: “One of the most sensational killing of journalists in the world was the killing of a US-Saudi journalist, who was murdered at the Saudi Arabian Embassy in Turkey.
“He was cut into pieces and his body dissolved with chemical, for just doing his job as a journalist, telling the truth to the society. Definitely it is the duty of the society, everybody to rise up against violence against journalists. This is important because by killing just a journalist, millions of people have been deprived of vital information that would have transformed their lives”.
O’Neil said tNJF was established to carry out advocacies on environment, climate change, poverty index, gender discrimination, impoverished communities, out-of-scholl children and the capacity development of journalists.
He said: “The purpose of the Foundation is to train journalists to impact more on the society; do better than we’re doing now to expose the plight of the society, to give voice to the voiceless.
“The Nation Journalism Foundation is a good one and i urge everyone of us to give it good support to succeed, as I applaud the Nation Management for coming up with this.
“With Journalism Foundation, we will be able to fund journalism. Journalists are expected to apply for grants to carry out investigative reports, do good quality stories that will impact positively on the society, and change the narratives.
“We commend the management of the Nation and we believe and hope that the Foundation will truly train journalists to properly develop and make remarkable impacts on society”.
Vintage Press Limited, publishers of The Nation, has announced the birth of The Nation Journalism Foundation (TNJF), a not-for-profit that will engage in causes beneficial to humanity.
According to Secretary of the Board of Trustees (BoT), Lawal Ogienagbon, the foundation is ‘a product of long planning in our desire to expand the frontiers of media advocacy, promotion and practice’.
Ogienagbon said the foundation would ‘enable us to go beyond the daily grind of breaking and reporting the news. It will afford us the opportunity to dig deeper into stories, events and other activities that are the essence of human values in a world that has become a global village through advanced technology’.
He added: “Our job is not made easy by the many conflicts and crises, hunger, health and climate challenges across the world, especially in developing economies.
“We are ready for these challenges in order to mitigate them for the world to be a better place to live in. We have carefully chosen our objectives to reflect many of the challenges that plague the world.
“Some of our core areas of focus are environment, gender discrimination, out-of-school children, poverty index, neglected impoverished communities in rural and urban areas, capacity building, campaign for adequate policies/laws to govern the aforementioned structures.
“We are resolved to pursue these objectives with vigour and a single-minded purpose to promote inclusivity, equality and good quality of life for the peoples of the world everywhere.”
Members of the BoT include Prof. Adebayo Williams (Chairman), Mrs. Dupe Ajayi-Gbadebo, Mr. Sunday Adeleke (Treasurer), Mr. Kunle Ade-Adeleye and Mr. Lawal Ogienagbon (Secretary).
