Tag: NUJ

NCC begins crackdown on Telecom Vandalism, partners NUJ on Public Awareness

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has commenced the enforcement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Executive Order which criminalises the vandalism, theft, and obstruction of critical national infrastructure, including telecommunications facilities.   This was disclosed by the Commission’s Head of Public Affairs, Mrs. Nnenna Ukoha, during a courtesy visit by the executive members of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council, to the NCC headquarters in Abuja. She represented the Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Aminu Maida.   Mrs. Ukoha expressed concern over the…

Eid El Adha Celebrations: NUJ urges reflection on Food Security, Insecurity

Lukman Laleye Babalola

As Muslims across Nigeria mark the Eid El Adha festival, the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has called for sober reflection on the nation’s most pressing challenges, particularly the rising insecurity and worsening food crisis affecting millions of Nigerians.   In a message signed by the NUJ National President, Comrade Alhassan Yahya Abdullahi, the union extended warm greetings to all Nigerians celebrating the festival and emphasized the need for both gratitude and introspection during this season.   The statement read “Eid El Adha is a time for reflection, gratitude, and…

Journalists urged to embrace ethical AI use, Training at GreenLand News World Press Freedom Day Lecture

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Media stakeholders have called on Nigerian journalists to embrace training on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and adopt ethical standards in its usage, as AI continue to reshape the global media landscape. This call was made during a special lecture organized by GreenLand News Magazine to commemorate World Press Freedom Day 2025, held in Abuja with the theme: “Reporting in the Brave New World: The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Press Freedom and the Media.”   Speaking as the first keynote speaker, Princess Hajia Nana Hauwa Yussuff, Director General of Kogi State…

NUJ to Wike: Adopt human-focused approach in Abuja revenue enforcement

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has called on the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barrister Nyesom Wike, to adopt a more compassionate and people-centered approach in the enforcement of revenue collection, particularly with regard to ground rent payments and property seizures in Abuja.   In a statement signed by its National President, Alhassan Yahya Abdullahi, the union commended the Minister’s strides in infrastructural development and his drive to boost internally generated revenue (IGR), described them as critical to the transformation of the capital city.   However, the…

Why NUJ, NBA, ASUU, Clergymen, CSOs, Traditional Rulers Must Endorse Gov Okpebholo’s Anti-Cultism Fight By Fred Itua

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Is the war against cultism in Edo State winnable? Yes, it is—and Governor Monday Okpebholo is demonstrating this with courage, clarity, and commitment. While cultism has long been a deeply entrenched menace in the social and criminal landscape of Edo State festering in schools, communities, and even political spaces the narrative is shifting. For the first time in a long time, we are witnessing a government not only speaking against cultism but taking decisive steps to dismantle its roots and consequences.   Governor Okpebholo inherited a state bruised by cult-related…

CGC Adeniyi calls for AI-Driven Journalism to deepen Democratic Governance

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Adewale Adeniyi, has charged Nigerian journalists to embrace Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a transformative tool to enhance transparency, accountability, and democratic governance. Adeniyi made this call on Monday, May 5, 2025, while delivering the 7th Convocation Lecture of the Nigerian Institute of Journalism (NIJ) in Lagos. The lecture, titled “Artificial Intelligence in Public Governance”, explored the evolving role of AI in shaping media practice and national development.   The Customs boss underscored the importance of leveraging AI’s potential to improve information gathering,…

Information Minister charges Media on National Security, urges responsible reporting

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Honourable Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has called on media professionals across the country to deny terrorists, bandits, and other criminal elements the undue publicity they crave, urging the press to remain patriotic and responsible in their reportage.   He made this call on Tuesday, May 7, 2025, while addressing journalists during the seventh edition of the 2025 Ministerial Press Briefing Series held at the National Press Centre, Radio House, Abuja.   The event featured presentations from the Honourable Minister of Environment, Alhaji Balarabe Abbas, and…

NUJ honours Daily Independent Journalist, Jide Oyekunle with Torchbearer Award for Press Freedom

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has conferred the Torchbearer of Press Freedom Award 2025 on Comrade Jide Oyekunle, a journalist with Daily Independent and Secretary of the NUJ FCT Council, in recognition of his resilience and bravery in the face of threats and intimidation. Oyekunle emerged as one of the few journalists nominated for the prestigious award, reserved for media professionals who have endured harassment, threats, and arrests in the course of discharging their duties. He received the honour during the Press Freedom and Good Governance Awards 2025 held…

International Press Week: NUJ to honour Journalists, promote Media freedom

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) will on Saturday, May 3, 2025, commemorate International Press Week with a high-profile event in Abuja to honour journalists and stakeholders who have championed press freedom, ethical governance, and socio-economic development. The event, scheduled to take place at the majestic banquet hall of Barcelona Hotel by 5:30 p.m., will celebrate the contributions of media professionals while also spotlighting challenges facing journalism practice in Nigeria. According to a statement signed by the National Secretary of the Union, Achike Chude, the annual occasion goes beyond celebration,…

Avocats Sans Frontières partners with NUJ to enhance Press Freedom, Digital Rights in Nigeria

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Avocats Sans Frontières (ASF) has announced a strategic partnership with the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) to promote press freedom and digital rights in Nigeria.   The partnership was disclosed during a courtesy visit by an ASF delegation, led by board member Ivan Paneff, to the NUJ National Secretariat on Monday. Paneff highlighted the objectives of the e-Rights Project, which aimed to establish mechanisms for independent and fair access to justice while protecting the fundamental rights of journalists. The project will also provide legal aid and assistance to victims of…