RATTAWU Archives - Page 2 of 11

Jul

30

2026

RATTAWU Young Leaders Shine at 22nd NLC RAIN School 2026, Reaffirm Commitment to Workers’ Cause

Amos Oge Kalu, Column, News, Opinion, Politics, RATTAWU NewsRATTAWU

The Nigeria Labour Congress 22nd RAIN School 2026 provided a platform for a new generation of trade union leaders to deepen their understanding of labour issues, political engagement, and leadership ahead of Nigeria's 2027 political landscape. Held under the theme, "The Working Class and the Politics of 2027: Issues, Challenges and Opportunities," the programme witnessed the active participation of young comrades from the Radio, Television, Theatre and Arts Workers' Union of Nigeria (RATTAWU), who demonstrated the union's unwavering commitment to building a vibrant and forward-looking labour movement. The delegation's participation reflected more than mere attendance. It underscored RATTAWU's deliberate investment…

Jul

24

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

RATTAWU Honours High Chief Tochukwu Emmanuel Ezisi With Prestigious National Award at Safe Democracy Summit in Lagos

Amos Oge Kalu, Current Events, News, RATTAWU News, Social IssuesDemocracy, Lagos State, Nigeria, Prince Emeka Kalu, RATTAWU, Tochukwu Ezisi

The Radio, Television, Theatre and Arts Workers' Union (RATTAWU) Nigeria has honoured renowned entrepreneur and philanthropist, High Chief Tochukwu Emmanuel Ezisi, with its prestigious Golden Era Pillar of Logistics Excellence, Purposeful Entrepreneurship, Philanthropy and National Development Award during the Safe Democracy Summit held in Lagos. The summit, described as one of RATTAWU's most significant national engagements outside Abuja, marked the Union's first major conference in Nigeria's commercial capital and highlighted its growing commitment to national dialogue under the leadership of President, Comrade Prince Emeka Kalu. The 2026 summit attracted communication scholars, media professionals, policymakers, labour leaders, traditional rulers, civil society…

Jul

23

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Communiqué of the RATTAWU SAFE DEMOCRACY Summit, Lagos 2026

Amos Oge Kalu, News, RATTAWU News, Social IssuesRATTAWU

Theme: "Electoral Integrity in an AI Era: The Role of Responsible Media and Culture in Safeguarding Democracy" NEED: Background As Nigeria prepares for the 2027 General Elections, stakeholders have expressed growing concern over the increasing threat posed by the misuse of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to electoral integrity. The proliferation of AI-generated misinformation, disinformation, deepfakes, and other forms of manipulated content has the potential to distort facts, mislead voters, erode public trust, and undermine the credibility of the electoral process. In response to these emerging challenges, the Radio, Television, Theatre and Arts Workers' Union of Nigeria (RATTAWU) convened the SAFE DEMOCRACY…

Jul

13

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

RATTAWU President Leads NEC, Members Nationwide To Celebrate National PRO Francis Izang On Birthday

Amos Oge Kalu, Lifestyle, News, RATTAWU NewsBirthday, Francis Izang, Prince Emeka Kalu, RATTAWU

The President of the Radio, Television, Theatre and Arts Workers Union of Nigeria (RATTAWU), Comrade Prince Emeka Kalu (Magic Fingers), has led members of the union across the country in celebrating the National Publicity Secretary (PRO), Comrade Francis Izang, on the occasion of his birthday. In a statement issued by the union, the President described Comrade Izang as a committed trade unionist, a dependable colleague and an effective communicator whose contributions have continued to enhance the growth, visibility and advancement of the union. Comrade Prince Emeka Kalu noted that the celebrant has consistently served RATTAWU with dedication, professionalism and a…

Jul

03

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

RATTAWU Ramps Up Publicity Ahead Of July 20 Democracy, AI Summit

Metro, News, RATTAWU News, Social IssuesMetro, Opinion, RATTAWU

The Radio, Television, Theatre and Arts Workers Union (RATTAWU) has intensified publicity for its forthcoming Pre-Political Electioneering Campaign Media, Culture and Creative Economy Summit, unveiling a nationwide and international media campaign ahead of the July 20, 2026 event in Lagos. The summit, which forms part of activities marking the union's Roadmap to RATTAWU@50 Golden Jubilee celebration, will hold at the Lagos Oriental Hotel and is expected to bring together media professionals, creative industry practitioners, labour leaders, policymakers and key stakeholders from across Nigeria. With the theme, "Protecting Democracy in the AI Era: Media, Culture, Arts and the Creative Economy Workforce…