The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Lagos State Chapter, has named Motunrayo Alaka, the Executive Director and CEO of Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism (WSCIJ), as its Iconic Woman of the Month for June.
This prestigious recognition celebrates Alaka’s decades of exceptional leadership, her fierce advocacy for press freedom, and unwavering commitment to elevating women in media and journalism, across Nigeria and Africa.
Through her work at the WSCIJ, Alaka has been a driving force behind impactful investigative reporting and a champion for gender mainstreaming in newsrooms. Under her leadership, initiatives like the Report Women! project have empowered countless female journalists, equipping them with the skills and support needed to break the glass ceiling and step into leadership positions.
Speaking on the selection, the Chairperson of NAWOJ Lagos, Jumoke Falayi Johnson, emphasized that Alaka embodies the resilience, intellect, and progressive vision that the “Iconic Woman of the Month” initiative seeks to honor.
”Motunrayo Alaka is not just a leader; she is a builder of people and a beacon of integrity in the media landscape. Her dedication to fostering gender equity and mentoring the next generation of investigative journalists makes her a thoroughly deserving recipient of this honor for the month of June.
The NAWOJ Lagos “Iconic Woman of the Month” initiative is a monthly spotlight designed to celebrate outstanding Nigerian women who are taking significant strides, breaking barriers, and leaving indelible footprints in their respective fields” added Johnson.
Alaka joins past recipients of the honour, Reverend Mother Esther Abimbola Ajayi, Dr. Abimbola Abosede Oyetunde, Mrs. Sola Salako-Ajulo, Professor Abigail Ogwezzy Ndisika and the late Alhaja Kudirat Olayinka Abiola, recognized posthumously on June 4.
NAWOJ Lagos congratulates the Executive Director of the WSCIJ, wishing her greater impact and success.
