Silent Heroes Awards Founder Applauds FG On Appointment of Stella Din-Jacob As NTA News Director

ByHyacinth Beluchukwu Nwafor

Sep 4, 2025

The Founder of the Silent Heroes Awards Initiative (SHA), Mr. Odita Sunday, has commended the Federal Government for appointing veteran broadcaster Stella Din-Jacob as the Executive Director, News, at the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA).

In a statement issued in Abuja, Mr. Sunday described Din-Jacob as a consummate media professional whose appointment reflects her decades-long commitment to excellence, integrity, and innovation in journalism.

“Stella Din-Jacob has paid her dues in the media sector. Her passion, resilience, and track record make this appointment a recognition of merit and capacity,” he said. “We are confident she will bring valuable experience to the task of repositioning NTA’s news division.”

The Silent Heroes Awards Initiative, an organization that honors individuals making quiet but impactful contributions to national development highlighted Din-Jacob as embodying the core values of silent heroism, dedication, and service.

Mr. Sunday also congratulated the NTA management and encouraged Din-Jacob to continue serving as a role model, especially for young women aspiring to leadership roles in the media.

By Hyacinth Beluchukwu Nwafor

HYACINTH BELUCHUKWU NWAFOR, CEO of HYBRIDNEWSNG GLOBAL DIGITAL MEDIA LIMITED and Managing Director of Belch Digital Communications | Publishers of HybridNewsNg | Multimedia Journalist | Digital Content Strategist | Executive Producer. I am a prolific broadcast journalist with over Ten years of professional experience in print and digital broadcasting. Throughout my career, I have honed my skills as a multimedia journalist, adept at creating engaging content that resonates with diverse audiences. Equipped with strong communication abilities, emotional intelligence, and leadership skills, I excel in discharging my duties effectively and fostering collaboration among individuals from various backgrounds. My goal is to achieve desired outcomes through teamwork and mutual understanding. In my spare time, I enjoy researching intriguing topics, exploring the unknown, and expanding my knowledge base. I also take pleasure in cooking for my children, swimming to unwind, and cultivating meaningful friendships that feel like family. My passion for both my work and personal interests reflects my commitment to continuous growth and connection with others. Research, write, edit and file news stories, features and articles among other activities.