Lagos, Nigeria — October 2026

AOS Learning Hub was proud to support the maiden edition of the Miss NUJ Beauty Pageant, organised by the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ), Lagos State Council, as part of the 2026 NUJ Press Week Media Rendezvous.

The event brought together members of various media Chapels in Lagos for a celebration of journalism, talent, culture, entertainment and professional camaraderie.

Five contestants representing different media organisations competed for the inaugural Miss NUJ crown, with Miss Yejide Adebola of Lagos Information emerging as the winner.

Yetunde Apanisile of LTV8 emerged as First Runner-up, while Amaka Florence Emeka of BusinessPlus took the Second Runner-up position. Roberta Okpiaifor and Favour Fajumobi, both of Traffic Radio, placed fourth and fifth respectively.

The contestants showcased their talents, confidence and personality before the judges, making the competition an engaging highlight of the Media Rendezvous.

AOS Celebrates More Than Beauty

Representing the Management of AOS Learning Hub at the event, the company’s General Manager, Jerry Dan Goldman, also served as one of the two judges for the contests.

Mr Goldman, who later had the honour of crowning Miss NUJ 2026 and presenting certificates to the runners-up, delivered the Management’s message at the event.

“The Miss NUJ Beauty Pageant is not simply about beauty. It is also about confidence, personality, intelligence, presentation and the courage to step forward and be recognised.”

He further explained that AOS was delighted to support an initiative that provides an opportunity for talent to be discovered, developed and celebrated.

Supporting Talent Through Learning

As part of the prizes sponsored by AOS Learning Hub, the winner received ₦75,000 and a Digital Journalism training opportunity on the AOS platform. The First Runner-up received ₦50,000, while the Second Runner-up received ₦25,000.

For AOS, the training opportunity is particularly significant because it reflects the organisation’s commitment to connecting recognition with development.

AOS Learning Hub is a learning and professional development platform focused on helping individuals acquire relevant digital, professional and future-ready skills that can create new opportunities for individuals, businesses and organisations.

“We believe that talent should be discovered, developed and celebrated,” Mr Goldman said.

“At AOS, we believe that every interaction should move someone closer to becoming better equipped for the future.”

A Partnership Around Growth

AOS Learning Hub commends the Lagos State Council of the Nigerian Union of Journalists and the 2026 NUJ Press Week organising committee for creating a platform that brought together journalism, talent, culture and social development.

The company also congratulates Miss Yejide Adebola and all the contestants for their participation and encourages them to continue developing their talents and pursuing excellence.

For AOS, supporting the maiden Miss NUJ Beauty Pageant is part of a broader commitment to learning, professional development and the celebration of emerging talent.

AOS Learning Hub — helping people become better equipped for the future.