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LAGOS, NIGERIA – News Central TV on Thursday, October 17, 2024, hosted a delegation from UNICEF to explore a potential partnership aimed at amplifying global issues through engaging storytelling across Africa.
The meeting, held at News Central’s headquarters in Lagos, was part of a broader initiative by both organizations to collaborate on media projects that tackle pressing social issues, including child rights, education, healthcare, and climate change.
The UNICEF team received a warm welcome from News Central’s Director of Commercial and Communications, Rosemary Egabor-Afolahan, who represented Managing Director Mr. Kayode Akintemi.
During the discussions, Rosemary emphasized News Central’s commitment to addressing global challenges, particularly those impacting children in Nigeria and across Africa.
She pointed out the station’s extensive history of producing content on global development topics and facilitating dialogue around potential solutions through various platforms.
“We are excited about the opportunity to work closely with UNICEF to highlight the urgent challenges facing children and communities in Africa.
“At News Central, we believe in the power of storytelling to inspire change, and our collaboration with UNICEF could advance critical conversations”, Mrs. Egabor-Afolahan stated.
The UNICEF delegation, led by Deputy Executive Director of Partnerships, Kitty Van der Heijden, praised News Central’s commitment to covering global issues and expressed optimism about the potential partnership.
They recognized that by leveraging News Central’s extensive reach and engagement across Africa, both organizations could significantly raise awareness and mobilize action on key issues affecting children and marginalized communities.
This proposed partnership highlights News Central’s mission to inform, educate, and inspire its audience by engaging with global stakeholders and providing a platform for solutions-driven journalism.
With a strong focus on developmental content, the station is well-positioned to be a vital partner for organizations aiming to address important issues facing Africa and the world.
Ongoing discussions between both parties will continue as they work towards formalizing the partnership and identifying priority areas for collaboration.
