Education journalists reelect Alabi as EWAN chair

The Education Writers’ Association of Nigeria, comprising journalists from print, broadcast, and online platforms, has reelected Mojeed Alabi, Lead, Development Desk of The Premium Times, as chairman for another three-year term.

The election took place on Thursday during the association’s annual general meeting at the International Press Centre, Ogba, Lagos State.

Alabi expressed his gratitude to his colleagues and members of the past administration for their faith in his ability to lead the association for another term. He said his reelection proves the members’ confidence in his capacity to handle the association’s affairs.

He stressed the association’s commitment to impactful interventions in the education sector and reaffirmed the importance of quality reporting and advocacy in driving change.

Alabi said, “It is often said that the reward for hard work is more work. I believe this aptly captures the decision of our esteemed editors and members who have returned us to the ring for another three years of service. It is both an honour and a challenge that we wholeheartedly embrace.”

“This new term offers us the opportunity to advance the goals of this noble organisation. Beyond reporting, advocacy remains a critical tool, and we reaffirm our commitment to rededicate ourselves to the progress of this great association. With your continued support, we are confident that EWAN will achieve new milestones and create lasting impacts,” he added.

Alabi is an award-winning development and investigative journalist. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria, and a Master’s Certificate in Diplomacy and Strategic Studies from the University of Lagos, Nigeria.