Sports journalism in Nigeria has been dominated by men for decades, but there are a number of talented and influential women who have broken through and made a name for themselves in the industry. These women have not only excelled in their chosen field, but have also inspired other young girls to pursue careers in sports journalism. In this article, we will take a look at 10 of the most powerful female sports journalists in Nigeria, their careers, achievements and rise to stardom.
Mimi Fawaz
Mimi Fawaz is a female sports journalist and presenter who has covered major sporting events such as the Olympic Games and the FIFA World Cup. She is the founder of the “Mimi Fawaz Sports and Media” agency and has worked with top sports brands like Nike and Puma.
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Chisom Mbonu-Ezeoke
Chisom Mbonu-Ezeoke is a female sports journalist and presenter who has covered several high profile sporting events including the Nigerian National Sports Festival and the African Women’s Cup of Nations. She is also the host of the popular sports programme, “Sports This Morning” on Channels TV.
Jane Nweze
Jane Nweze is a female sports journalist and presenter who has covered several high profile sporting events including the Nigerian National Sports Festival and the African Women’s Cup of Nations. She is also the host of the popular sports programme, “Sports on the Go” on AIT.
Gloria Maduka
Gloria Maduka is a female sports journalist and presenter who has covered several high profile sporting events including the Nigerian National Sports Festival and the African Women’s Cup of Nations. She is also the host of the popular sports programme, “Sports Cafe” on Brila FM.
Ejiro Umukoro
Ejiro Umukoro is a female sports journalist and presenter who has covered several high profile sporting events including the Nigerian National Sports Festival and the African Women’s Cup of Nations. She is also the host of the popular sports programme, “Sports Express” on DBN.
These 5 powerful female sports journalists in Nigeria have not only made a name for themselves in a male-dominated industry, but have also inspired other young girls to pursue careers in sports journalism.