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PRESIDENTIAL HOPEFUL, GBENGA HASHIM DONATES  MILLIONS TO NUJ, DEDICATES AWARD RECEIVED TO YOUTHS AND VICTIMS OF INSTITUTIONAL ABUSE

The anniversary event drew together journalists, political leaders, and civil society advocates, united in calls for stronger institutions that protect rather than oppress

Newsroom Nigeria by Newsroom Nigeria
August 14, 2025
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The 45th anniversary of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Correspondents’ Chapel in Kwara State turned into more than a celebration of press freedom on Wednesday.

It became a moment of national reflection as presidential hopeful, Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, dedicated his Award of Excellence to “the Nigerian youth and all victims of institutional abuse.”

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Delivering the message on his behalf, Abdulrazaq Hamzat told an audience of journalists, civil society leaders, and political figures that the award was not about personal achievement but about giving voice to those silenced by systemic injustice. The declaration drew sustained applause.

Backing words with action, Hashim announced a N5 million donation to the Correspondents’ Chapel, underscoring his belief that a vibrant and independent press remains the “pillar of democracy”. He urged journalists to remain fearless in holding institutions accountable.

Hashim described institutional abuse, particularly in the academic sector as a “silent killer of democracy” that stifles innovation, silences dissent, and weakens trust in governance.

Citing his personal experience, he recalled how the University of Lagos withheld his degree certificate after disagreements tied to student activism.

“They could withhold a certificate, but not knowledge,” he said, explaining how the setback propelled him to establish Set and Sell, a political communication firm that laid the foundation for his success as a PR strategist and entrepreneur.

He also highlighted the case of Abdulrazaq Hamzat, who was expelled and denied a Master’s certificate by the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) due to disputes over student association activities. Such actions, Hashim warned, are “a dangerous stain on Nigeria’s democratic credentials.”

“Institutions should address intellectual issues intellectually, not through victimization,” he added.

Analysts at the event noted that Hashim’s gesture and remarks align with his long standing advocacy for human rights, systemic reform, and accountability, principles that continue to define his political journey.

The NUJ Correspondents’ Chapel, comprising 50 elite national media outfits as the vanguard of press freedom, said Hashim was honoured not only for his national vision but also for the humanitarian work of the Gbenga Hashim Foundation, which has impacted lives across Nigeria.

The anniversary event drew together journalists, political leaders, and civil society advocates, united in calls for stronger institutions that protect rather than oppress. For many, Hashim’s message added renewed urgency to that demand

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