Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated Comrade Adewale Akodu on his emergence as Chairman of the Lagos State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ).
The Governor on Thursday described Akodu’s election as a well-deserved recognition of his experience, professional competence and commitment to journalism.
Sanwo-Olu expressed confidence that Akodu’s over two decades of experience in the Lagos State Public Service, coupled with his background in public information management, strategic communication and media relations, would provide a solid foundation for effective leadership.
He also commended the new NUJ chairman’s commitment to journalists’ welfare, professionalism and capacity development, as reflected in his ten-point agenda.
The Governor expressed optimism that the new leadership would strengthen the union, protect the interests of journalists and promote professional standards in the media industry.
Sanwo-Olu urged Akodu to embrace inclusive leadership, transparency and unity, while encouraging responsible journalism, credible information dissemination and constructive engagement between the government and the media.
Reaffirming his administration’s recognition of the media as an indispensable partner in good governance, accountability and sustainable development, the Governor wished Akodu and members of the newly inaugurated executive council a successful tenure.
Meanwhile, the newly elected NUJ Lagos chairman, Comrade Adewale Akodu, has pledged to prioritise journalists’ welfare, professional development, rights and interests during his tenure.
Akodu made the commitment during his swearing-in ceremony at the NUJ Lagos State Council Secretariat in Alausa, Ikeja.
He identified welfarism, professionalism and capacity building as the three major pillars that would guide his administration.
According to him, his leadership will introduce practical programmes aimed at improving members’ welfare, promoting continuous professional development, strengthening ethical journalism and equipping journalists with relevant skills to remain competitive in an increasingly technology-driven media environment.
Akodu further pledged to defend the rights and professional interests of journalists, assuring members that the union would not remain silent whenever the welfare, dignity or professional integrity of any journalist was threatened.
He emphasised the need for a stronger and more united union capable of addressing the challenges facing media practitioners while creating opportunities for professional growth and development.
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