The Head of Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF), Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack, has reaffirmed her commitment to empowering female journalists in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) through training and collaboration. Chairperson of NAWOJ FCT Chapter, Comrade Bassey Ita Ikpang, in a statement, said Mrs. Walson-Jack made this pledge when she and her management team received a delegation from NAWOJ during a courtesy visit to her office in Abuja.

Ikpang said Walson-Jack expressed enthusiasm about collaborating with NAWOJ on capacity-building initiatives, commending the Association’s efforts in amplifying women’s voices in the media. “Training is our field, and we are happy that you asked for training. We will look into your request and see how we can support you in whatever way we can,” Ikpang quoted Walson-Jack as saying.

The HCSF also announced plans to host a two-day International Civil Service Conference in Abuja on June 25-26, 2025, themed “The Final Sprint”. Walson-Jack hinted that the conference will focus on capacity building, innovation, performance management, and networking. Ikpang said the conference is expected to attract over 5,000 participants from across Nigeria’s 36 states and beyond.

Ikpang noted that the proposed two-day training program for 150 female journalists in the FCT aims to equip them with the tools to thrive in professional settings while maintaining a balanced family life. The initiative aligns with the government’s broader goal of fostering gender balance and inclusivity across sectors.