Plateau State Commissioner of Information and Communication, Hon. Ibrahim Musa Ashoms, has expressed the State Government’s commitment to partnering with the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) and all journalists in the state as critical stakeholders to promote government policies and programs.
Hon. Ashoms made this statement during a courtesy visit by the newly elected officials of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Plateau State Council, to his office in Jos.
“The Ministry of Information and Communication under my watch will continue to partner with the NUJ and all journalists in the state to promote the policies and programs of our amiable Governor, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang’s administration.
You are our ambassadors. You are the ones who will inform the people about our achievements. We’ve accomplished a lot so far, and we’re hoping to do more.
“Your tenure will witness many successes for the NUJ, and I seek your support and solidarity for positive reporting.”
In response, the NUJ Chairman, Mrs. Ayuku Pwaspo, on behalf of the newly elected officials of the NUJ Plateau State Council, stated that the visit aimed to formally introduce themselves to the Commissioner of Information, as the ministry oversees the activities of all journalists in the state.
“The primary role of the media is to provide information to the public. Our members, who work in various media organizations, are dedicated to fulfilling that role.
“Our leadership is committed to professionalism and will continue to strive to promote government policies and programs.”
Pwaspo urged the commissioner to reinstate the monthly briefing sessions involving all ministries and government agencies, providing a platform to address journalists and, by extension, the people of Plateau State regarding their activities.
“We urge you to consider reintroducing the monthly briefings, with you as the Commissioner of Information chairing them. We appreciate the support that the Plateau State Government has extended to journalists.”
She also pledged that during the new tenure, the NUJ Plateau Council would work diligently to eliminate quackery in the journalism profession.
Other officials of NUJ present during the visit included Pam Musa (Vice Chairman), Mary Domtur (Secretary), Timothy Tyem (Asst. Secretary), Lyop Pam (Treasurer), Celetine Atssar (Auditor), and Peter Amine (Ex-officio).
