The Nigerian Institute of Journalism Alumni Association (NIJAA) witnessed a change of guard on Friday with its National Executive Committee (NEC) being replaced by a Transition Committee.
At its global general meeting, held at the school’s premises in Aguda-Ikeja, the NEC, led by the President, Dr. Olusanya Awosan was dissolved and succeeded by a seven-member Transition Committee, headed by Mr. Matthew Idowu.
The new committee, which has a six-month tenure leading to the election of new NEC, also has as members Mr. John Odiboh, Mr. Alex Akao, Prince Dimeji Kayode-Adedeji, Mr. Babatunde Taylor, Mr. Kasali Akinwale and Ambassador Chika Nnamani, while Ambassador Oluwayomi Oluwapelumi David will serve as Secretary.
The hybrid meeting had 31 members physically present and 29 others participating virtually. The well-attended meeting reflected renewed commitment among members to reposition the alumni body for greater impact and inclusivity.
The outgoing executive, which had served since 2016 under Awosan’s leadership, was commended for its dedication, resilience, and contributions to the growth of the association over the years. Members acknowledged the stability and continuity the NEC provided while noting the need for a transition to usher in a new phase of leadership.
A motion was subsequently moved and unanimously adopted for the dissolution of the NEC to pave the way for a transitional structure.
The Transition Committee, which is also called either Caretaker Committee or the Central Working Committee, is also tasked with instituting a electoral sub-committee to conduct election in the NEC.
Akao, who spoke on behalf of the committee, thanked members for the confidence reposed in the team and pledging transparency, inclusiveness, and a smooth transition process.
The convener of the general meeting, Mr. Muyiwa Akintunde also commended the school aauthority for its support in facilitating the meeting, describing the gesture as a testament to the enduring bond between the institute and its alumni.
The resolutions reached at the General Meeting signal a new chapter for the NIJAA with stakeholders expressing optimism that the transitional committee would lay a solid foundation for a more vibrant, accountable, and forward-looking alumni body.
