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Governor Caleb Mutfwang Pledges Strong Collaboration and Support for Journalists in Plateau State”

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By Asile Abel, Jos

Governor Caleb Mutfwang, has promised close collaboration and support for journalists in Plateau state.

Mutfwang gave this assurance when a delegation of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Plateau State Chapter, led by their Chairman, Mrs Ayuku Pwaspo paid him a courtesy call.

The governor, represented by his deputy, Mrs Josephine Piyo, said the media play pivotal role in any society as well as indispensable in the proper functioning of a government and democracy.

He said journalists are one of the most powerful agents of democratic accountability in any society, highlighting that his administration would work hand in hand with them to ensure the total accountability of his administration in the state.

Mutfwang called on journalists to be objective in their reportage, draw government’s attention to wrong doings and not engage in issues that heats the polity or further divide the people.

While reiterating his
administration’s commitment to create a favourable environment for journalists to thrive, he congratulated the NUJ for electing the first female Chairman of the Association in Plateau.

He called on other bodies in the state to create an enabling environment for women to thrive and be encouraged to become leaders in different sectors.

Earlier, the Chairman of the NUJ in Plateau, Mrs Ayuku Pwaspo, promised to partner with the state government to fully harness the potential of the state.

Pwaspo, call on government to provide a conducive working environment for journalists to enable them perform effectively.

She further appealed to the government to give adequate attention to the state owned media organisations, to be able to meet contemporary challenges for optimal results inline with their mandate and projecting the true story of Plateau state to the world.

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Tinubu meets with service chiefs in Aso Rock

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President Bola Tinubu is currently holding a high-level meeting with the service chiefs at the State House.

Among those in attendance are Christopher Musa, chief of defence staff; Olufemi Oluyede, chief of army staff; Emmanuel Ogalla, chief of naval staff; Hassan Abubakar, chief of air staff; and Kayode Egbetokun, inspector-general of police.

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Also present are Nuhu Ribadu, national security adviser; Oluwatosin Ajayi, director-general of the State Security Service; and Muhammed Muhammed, director-general of the National Intelligence Agency.

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You’re Demarketing Your Father in the North – Adnan Tells Seyi Tinubu

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A former House of Assembly Candidate in the 2019 general election Adnan Mukhtar Tudun-Wada has called on Seyi Tinubu to stop demarketing his father in the North

Adnan, a public relations practitioner and university lecturer, has described the recent Iftar tour by the President’s son where he was seen distributing rice as an insult to the North.

He said this in a statement he issued to newsmen on Tuesday in Abuja.

Mukhtar who also aspired for membership of Kano State House of Assembly under the People’s Democratic Party also called on Seyi Tinubu to stop the Iftar tour in the North by focusing on something that will better the life of young people in the region at a time where governance should be giving priority not politics.

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“As young people who are mature enough to see for ourselves, I want to tell the President’s son that this is not the time for campaign but for governance. It’s two years to 2027 election.

Because he disrespects the North, that’s why he is sharing rice with us like beggars. This is not what we need, the President has come up with the Tax reform bill to undermine the North, the Abuja to Kano road is yet to be completed, our industries are not functioning, Katsina, Zamfara and some parts of Sokoto are not safe because of the insecurity.

He should inform his father that the North is crying fault of marginalisation. We are being sidelined. Let the President address our problems, but coming here to be giving us food is an insult.

Can he do things like this in the South, Lagos in particular where he comes from? ”

Look at how he is sitting in our traditional rulers’ palaces, without any iota of respect.

The way he shook Emir of Zazzau without any respect to our culture. Can he shake the Oba of Lagos or Oni of Ife?

I’m calling on all well-meaning youth to come out and distance themselves from the activities of Seyi Tinubu, who is neither elected nor holding a political position in his father’s government.

The government of President Tinubu is a disgrace to young people, and Nigerians are suffering from all angle

Have you ever seen the daughter of Donald Trump doing like this or that of Obama? ” He added

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Prime Time News Publisher Commends NUJ on 70th Anniversary

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The Publisher of Prime Time News, Ibrahim Garba Shuaibu, has congratulated the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) on its 70th anniversary, commending the union’s steadfast commitment to press freedom, professionalism, and the welfare of journalists across Nigeria.

Shuaibu, a former national officer of the NUJ and Senior Special Assistant (North West) to the union’s former President, Christopher Ikechukwu Isiguzo, lauded the NUJ’s pivotal role in shaping the country’s media landscape.

He acknowledged the union’s efforts in championing ethical journalism and advocating for improved working conditions for media professionals.

The Prime Time News publisher, who also holds the traditional title of Danmalikin Shanono, emphasized the NUJ’s significance in fostering a free and responsible press, which remains essential for national development and democracy.

“As the NUJ marks this milestone, we recognize its invaluable contributions to democracy, accountability, and the protection of press freedom in Nigeria. The union has remained a pillar of support for journalists nationwide, ensuring the media continues its role as society’s watchdog,” Shuaibu stated.

He further called for stronger collaboration among journalists, media organizations, and stakeholders to uphold the principles of truth, fairness, and responsible journalism, particularly in the evolving digital era.

Founded in 1955, the NUJ has played a crucial role in advancing journalists’ rights and fostering professionalism within Nigeria’s media industry. As the union celebrates its 70th anniversary, media practitioners nationwide continue to honor its legacy and enduring contributions to press freedom.

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