The Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Feferal Capital Territory (FCT) Council, Grace Ike, has been honoured with the Humanitarian Award for Excellence in Service in recognition of her contributions to society and commitment to public service.
Key highlight:
- Grace Ike Honoured: Grace Ike received the Humanitarian Award for Excellence in Service for her contributions to society and public service.
- Award Ceremony: The recognition was presented during the 10th anniversary celebration of the Women of Glory Foundation in Abuja.
- Recognition for Journalism: Organisers praised Ike as the “most active journalistic mobilizer” for promoting professional engagement, advocacy, and development-oriented journalism.
- Foundation’s Impact: Over the past decade, the foundation has supported widows, single mothers, elderly women, and other vulnerable groups through empowerment, mentorship, skills training, and healthcare initiatives.
- Founder’s Inspiration: Founder Nneka Nzewi said the organisation was inspired by her mother’s struggles raising five children alone after the loss of her husband.
The award was presented during the 10th anniversary celebration of the Women of Glory Foundation, held in Abuja on Saturday, June 6, 2026.
Organisers described Ike as the “most active journalistic mobilizer,” citing her role in promoting professional engagement, advocacy and development-oriented journalism.
The Women of Glory Foundation, a humanitarian organisation focused on supporting widows, single mothers, elderly women and other vulnerable groups.
The foundation has spent the last decade implementing empowerment programmes, mentorship initiatives, skills acquisition training, healthcare interventions and faith-based support services.
Speaking at the event, the foundation’s Founder, Nneka Nzewi, recounted the personal experiences that inspired the establishment of the organisation.
She revealed that the foundation was born out of the hardships her family faced after the loss of her father, which left her mother solely responsible for raising five children under difficult circumstances.
According to her, witnessing her mother’s struggles shaped her determination to support women facing similar challenges.
“At a very young age, I lost my father. My mother was suddenly left to raise five children without a support system. I watched her struggle daily to survive and provide for us despite overwhelming difficulties,” she said.
Nzewi explained that those experiences motivated her to make a promise to dedicate her life to helping women regain hope, dignity and opportunities for a better future.
The anniversary event attracted women from various professional and social backgrounds, many of whom have distinguished themselves through community service and leadership.
Receiving the award on behalf of Grace Ike, the Assistant Secretary of the NUJ FCT Council, Sharon Emephia, commended the foundation for its consistency and impact over the past decade.
“Ten years of sustained humanitarian service is a remarkable achievement. It reflects resilience, vision and an unwavering commitment to improving lives,” she said.
Emephia also conveyed Ike’s appreciation to the organisers for the recognition, describing the award as a reflection of the collective efforts of journalists in promoting truth, development and social progress.
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“I receive this honour with gratitude and humility. It represents not only personal recognition but also the dedication of the NUJ FCT Council to advancing societal development through responsible journalism,” the message stated.
The foundation expressed gratitude to its supporters and partners who have contributed to its humanitarian efforts over the last ten years and called for continued collaboration in addressing the needs of vulnerable women across Nigeria.
With members spread across the country’s 36 states, the organisation said it remains committed to raising awareness on issues affecting women and children, while promoting social, economic, health and environmental development.
