The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, has congratulated Mr. Raphael Oni on his appointment as Special Assistant on Digital and Public Diplomacy to the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye.

In a congratulatory statement signed by the FCT Council Chairman, Comrade Grace Ike, the council described Oni’s appointment as a welcome development that would strengthen digital engagement and public diplomacy at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

The council noted that Oni bring more than 15 years of experience in diplomatic reporting, government communication and photojournalism to his new role. It added that his experience as publisher of Diplomats Extra Magazine would be valuable to the Ministry and the Nigerian public.

Oni, who previously served as Secretary of the NUJ Correspondents Chapel, Abuja, was also a former Secretary-General of the Diplomatic Correspondents Association of Nigeria.

The NUJ FCT Council said his track record demonstrated a strong commitment to journalistic standards, professional collaboration and effective communication.

“We are confident he will use his expertise to strengthen transparent, timely, and strategic communications that advance the Ministry’s mandate and the Renewed Hope Agenda,” the council said.

The council pledged its support and cooperation to Oni, expressed optimism that his appointment would foster a cordial and productive relationship with the Ministry’s new media team.

It also expressed confidence that Oni would bring his wealth of professional experience to bear and serve as a worthy ambassador of the NUJ in his new capacity.