Olasunkanmi Emerges 7th PJAN Lagos Chairman, Unveils Eight-Point Agenda for Renewed Growth
**LAGOS, AUGUST 6, 2026** — The Photojournalists Association of Nigeria (PJAN), Lagos State Headquarters, has elected **Bolaji Olasunkanmi** as its 7th Chairman, following an unopposed emergence after months of strategic consultations, planning, engagement and constructive dialogue among members and stakeholders.
Speaking after his emergence, Olasunkanmi described his election as a significant milestone in his six-year journey of aspiring to lead the association, attributing the development to the grace of God and the collective confidence reposed in him by members.
“This is the Lord’s doing, and it is marvellous in our eyes. This journey began six years ago when I first aspired to serve as Chairman of our great association,” he said.
He expressed profound gratitude to members, veterans, colleagues, observers, members of the press and other stakeholders for their support, while pledging to lead an administration committed to unity, professionalism, accountability and improved welfare for members.
Olasunkanmi said his administration would harness the collective strength and experience of members to reposition PJAN and equip it to effectively respond to the evolving challenges confronting photojournalism and the wider media industry in the 21st century.
According to him, the administration will uphold the high standards of professionalism for which PJAN is known, while placing the welfare and development of members at the centre of its programmes.
He also pledged to strengthen collaboration with the **Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Lagos State Council**, noting that greater cooperation between both bodies would promote the mutual interests and professional advancement of their members.
The new chairman said his administration’s development agenda would be anchored on eight strategic pillars designed to reposition the association and create greater opportunities for its members.
The pillars are:
*Stakeholder Summit and Rebranding**
**Strategic Partnerships**
**Health and Wellbeing**
*Expanded Annual Programming**
*Capacity Building and Continuous Learning**
*Digital Revitalisation and Monetisation**
*Membership Drive and Growth**
Member Welfare**
Olasunkanmi explained that the agenda was developed to provide a clear direction for the association while creating a platform for members to improve their professional skills, embrace emerging technologies, expand their networks and explore new opportunities within the rapidly changing media landscape.
“This milestone offers us an opportunity to reflect on our journey so far, evaluate our current standing and chart a clear and progressive path forward,” he stated.
He assured members that, by the special grace of God, his administration would work diligently towards taking PJAN Lagos to its desired destination.
However, he stressed that the success of the new administration would depend on the collective commitment and participation of all members.
“True progress requires collective effort. Therefore, I invite every member to join hands with the executive team as we write this new and impactful chapter in the history of our noble association,” he said.
Olasunkanmi further called for unity, cooperation and constructive contributions from members as the association embarks on what he described as a new phase of growth, innovation and renewed purpose.
He thanked all members and stakeholders for their confidence and support, expressing optimism that the coming years would usher in greater achievements for PJAN Lagos.
Signed:
*Bolaji Olasunkanmi*
*Chairman*
Photojournalists Association of Nigeria (PJAN) Lagos State Headquarters