Media
NUJ President tasks journalists on peace building, devpt.
By Friday Idachaba, Lokoja.
National President of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Chief Chris Isiguzo has tasked journalists to ensure their reports are development oriented and channeled towards attainment of Peace, Good Governance, Unity and Development of the country.
Isiguzo made the call at a symposium on the seven years of Governor Yahaya Bello’s administration in Kogi State organised by the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Kogi State Council on Thursday in Lokoja.
The Symposium themed: “A Peep into Yahaya Bello’s Seven Years as Governor of Kogi State and the Implications for Future Administrations”, was designed to take a look at some of the governor’s achievements.
The NUJ National President said every news content should be aimed at peace building and general good of the nation rather than being destructive.
He said, “As we pick up pens and our phones and write, what should continue to be uppermost in our minds should include enthronement of good governance, unity and peace in our country and therefore want to advise.
“If what you are writing is not going to pull people out of squalor, what you are writing is not going to pull people out of poverty; if it will not pull people out of ignorance, please drop the pen, you are not writing for Nigeria”, he cautioned.
Isiguzo reminded Nigerians that as the 2023 General Elections approaches, “the choice we make on that day is going to substantially affect our future.”
He described journalists as strategic stakeholders in the electoral process and urged that they be allowed to discharge their duties for the enthronement of peace and development in the country.
He said, “As we step out on the 25th February, and 11th of March to report the election, please bear in mind that there is only one country we call our own and that is Nigeria.”
He noted that Governor Yahaya Bello had done well and described him as a shining star.
“He stands out as a unique personality that has changed the dynamics of politics in the Federal Republic of Nigeria”, the NUJ President said.
In his welcome address, Comrade Adeiza Momoh-Jimoh, chairman of Kogi State Council of the NUJ said the professional body as watchdogs, had the constitutional role to commend government and individuals who do well and expose the foibles of the society.
“In performing our duties as enshrined in the constitution, we, as Media men and women are constitutionally enabled to hold governments accountable to the people for whose uplift any government exists in the first place”, he said.
The NUJ Chairman called on politicians to avoid frivolous petitions, campaign of calumny and other tactics to discredit Governor Bello’s government saying that their antagonisms and frivolities were definitely not in the interest of the people.
“It is therefore our verdict at the NUJ that given the resources at the disposal of the state, Gov. Yahaya Adoza Bello has done well.
“He should be supported to finish well and enthrone a successor that can continue in the same or even a better trajectory”, he added. (Ends)
The Nigerian Institute of Town Planners (NITP) has bestowed its prestigious Award of Excellence on Mrs. Georgina Humphrey, the Head of Political and Current Affairs at Radio Nigeria’s Kapital FM, in recognition of her exceptional contributions to promoting urban and regional planning initiatives in Nigeria.
Mrs. Humphrey, a respected journalist and advocate for sustainable development, also received a special honor for amplifying the Institute’s commitment to best practices in urban development and planning.
While accepting the award, Mrs. Humphrey expressed gratitude to God’s grace and wisdom for guiding her career. She remarked:
“Doing what gives me joy, I never knew people were listening and following.”
The recognition highlights Mrs. Humphrey’s dedication to journalism and her role in fostering public awareness about the importance of effective urban planning and development policies in Nigeria.
Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has expressed deep sadness over the passing of veteran journalist and National Treasurer of the International Press Institute (IPI Nigeria), Hajia Rafatu Salami, who died early Friday in Abuja.
In a condolence message, Governor Ododo extended heartfelt sympathies to her family, the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), the International Press Institute (IPI), and the Voice of Nigeria (VON), where she served as Assistant Director, Digital Media until her death.
Special Adviser on Media to the Governor, Ismaila Isah in a statement quoted the Governor to have jndicated,
“We mourn the loss of Hajia Rafatu Salami, an exceptional journalist, a woman of integrity, and a devoted public servant. Her legacy of courage, professionalism, and compassion will remain a source of inspiration,”
Governor Ododo prayed for the peaceful repose of her soul and asked God to grant her family strength and comfort in this time of grief.
Hajia Rafatu Salami, who hailed from Ihima in Okehi Local Government Area of Kogi State, died at the age of 55 and was buried at the Gudu Cemetery in Abuja in accordance with Islamic rites.
By Friday Idachaba, Lokoja
The Kogi State Broadcasting Corporation, popularly known as Radio Kogi (FM 94.1), is set to commence 24-hour uninterrupted broadcasting, thanks to the financial support and commitment of Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo.
The Director-General of the corporation, Princess Nana Hauwa Yusuff, made the announcement during the 2025 Budget Defense session of the Ministry of Information and Communication at the Kogi State House of Assembly.
She disclosed that Governor Ododo had approved and released funds for the acquisition and installation of a Studio Transmission Link (STL), a key component necessary for continuous transmission. She added that the installation was currently underway.
“This achievement is a testament to the unwavering support of Governor Ododo, whose interventions have been instrumental in revitalizing the state’s broadcasting services,” Princess Yusuff stated.
While commending the governor’s efforts, the Director-General appealed for the renovation of the corporation’s headquarters in Lokoja, which she described as overdue after years of operation without significant upgrades.
She further urged the state government to exempt the corporation from the Treasury Single Account (TSA) to enable management to respond promptly to operational challenges and improve service delivery.
Princess Yusuff highlighted that Governor Ododo’s initiatives had not only enhanced the infrastructure of Radio Kogi but also motivated staff to perform better, positioning the station to serve the information and entertainment needs of the people of Kogi State effectively.
The planned 24-hour transmission is expected to expand the station’s reach and impact, solidifying its role as a reliable platform for communication within the state.
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