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Uzodinma, Anyanwu congratulate new Imo correspondent chapel Chairman
Governor Hope Uzodinma and the PDP governorship candidate in the November 11th governorship election in the State, Sen. Samuel Anyanwu has congratulated the Correspondent of Vanguard in Imo State, Mr Chinonso Alozie on his election as the new Chairman of Correspondents’ Chapel in the State.
Alozie emerged as Chairman of the Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ), Imo State Council in a keenly contested election to replace the former Chairman, Mr Chris Njoku of The Nation.
Chairman of the Electoral Committee, Mr Peter Okolie of the News Agency of Nigeria said that Mr. Alozie polled the highest number of votes in a transparent exercise where the NUJ in Imo State, represented by the Secretary, Mrs Treasure Ihechi-Nwamah, monitored the conduct of the election.
The new Chairman emerged alongside five other officials, most of whom were returned unopposed.
They include Mr Sabi Elemba of the Business Day who defeated Mrs Charity Wins of the Daily Asset with 20 votes against 11 to emerge Treasurer of the Chapel.
Others elected were Mr Collins Osuji (The Guardian) as Vice Chairman; Mr. Victor Nwachukwu (News Agency of Nigeria) as Secretary; Mr. Oliver Joseph (Arise Television) as Financial Secretary and Mr. Basil Ukwuegbu (National Light) as Internal Auditor.
In a statement issued in Owerri Friday by Oguwike Nwachuku, the Chief Press Secretary and Media Adviser to Governor Uzodimma, he expressed joy for Mr Alozie to have emerged Chairman from a process that was transparent, competitive and represented the collective wish of his colleagues.
He admonished the new Chairman to work hard to uphold the integrity and ethics of his profession and to ensure that he leaves no stone unturned in working in synergy with his colleagues to achieve the desired goal of serving the public well, including their State of domicile.
The Governor however thanked the former executive members for their commitment to the course of their profession in Imo State and advised them to support the new executive where necessary.
He assured the new executive of his willingness to always support the media in their quest to mirror and serve society positively and urged all practitioners in the State to see the emphasis on development journalism as the new code to help the public.
Uzodimma further advised Mr. Alozie to be magnanimous in victory by carrying everyone along, including those who contested the same position as him.
Similarly, in a statement issued in Owerri on Friday by the Special Adviser to the PDP National Secretary, (Media) Comrade Ikenna Onuoha, Sen. Anyanwu commended the Correspondent’s chapel for successful poll, he also congratulated Alozie, and other elected executives for emerging victorious
He applauded Imo State Correspondents’ Chapel led by Mr Chris Njoku for conducting a widely rated freest and fairest election where highly trained Journalists emerged as winners.
He however charged those who could not make it to victory perhaps, due to leadership arrangement of the chapel to support the winners to be able to achieve a common goal, appealing to them to work in synergy and in love with the new leadership for optimal productivity.
Anyanwu, while describing Journalists as critical stakeholders in society, also enjoined the new leadership under Comrade Alozie to carry every member of the Correspondents along so as to proffer lasting solutions to our country’s lingering political, economic, and social challenges.
He, therefore, admonishes Journalists and Imo citizens not to allow the present economic situation in the country to deter them from realizing their objectives in life, adding that by being fervent, trustworthy, meticulous, and determined; the current challenges will be a thing of the past.
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NGE Condemns Arbitrary Closure of Badeggi Radio Station by Gov Bago for allegedly promoting violence
Governor Bago acted outside his powers to order the closure of a radio station.
• Eze Anaba, NGE President
The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) strongly condemned the closure of Badeggi Radio by Governor Mohammed Umar Bago of Niger State.
In a statement signed by Eze Anaba, NGE President, and Onuoha Ukeh, General Secretary, they said that the closure of the radio station was a blatant attack on press freedom and democracy in Nigeria.
Ohibaba.com garhered that Governor Bago accused the owner of the Station for incitement of the people against government and directed that the license of the Radio station be revoked.
The governor directed the Commissioner for Homeland Security and the Commissioner of Police to seal the radio station, and emphasised the need for the security operatives to profile the owner of the radio station as his station promotes violence”, Ibrahim Said
According to the Guild, this act of censorship and intimidation undermines the fundamental principles of a democratic society, where free press is essential for holding those in power accountable.
The association referred to section 39 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended) guarantees freedom of expression and press freedom.
The power to sanction television and radio stations only lies with the Nigerian Broadcasting Commission (NBC) after a thorough investigation of any alleged breach of the Code.
Also, Article 9 of the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights, which Nigeria is signatory to, also guarantees press freedom and freedom of expression.
Said the statement : ” The closure of Badeggi Radio, a vital platform for public discourse and information dissemination, is a worrying trend that threatens the very fabric of our democracy.
Governor Bago acted outside his powers to order the closure of a radio station.
The power to sanction television and radio stations only lies with the Nigerian Broadcasting Commission (NBC) after a thorough investigation of any alleged breach of the Code.
We are happy that the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mallam Mohammed Idris, has pointed this out. This should go beyond observing the anomaly.
The federal government should order the unsealing of the premises of the radio station, while investigation is carried out.
Government officials should know that we are in a democracy and therefore, the act of arbitrary order for the sealing off and closure of a radio station is unacceptable. Arbitrary closure of media houses reminds us of the dark days of military rule, which ended 26 years ago.
Governor Bago’s allegation of incitement of violence by the radio station is a serious issue, which has to be investigated and proven before any action can be taken.
We urge the media to operate under strict adherence to the code of ethics of journalism, with responsible conduct at the back of the minds of the professionals.
We also call on the authorities to take measures to respect the rights of citizens to access information and express themselves freely.
Badeggi Radio should be reopened while the investigation continues.
The Guild reiterates that a free and independent press is essential for a functioning democracy and demands that governments at all levels respect and uphold this fundamental right.”
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NLC rejects FG’s new policy stopping frequent industrial strikes
” We are in shock that from a catalogue of hundreds of workplace issues contained in the National Industrial Relations Policy, the Federal Government singled out industrial strikes as its headache.
• Joe Ajaero, NLC President
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has expressed concerns over the newly adopted National Industrial Relations Policy by the Federal Government.
In a statement made available to newsmen on Saturday in Abuja, Mr. Joe Ajaero, NLC President, said the new policy would make embarking on strike a criminal issue and silence trade unions.
In a statement made available to newsmen on Saturday in Abuja, Mr. Joe Ajaero, NLC President, said the new policy would make embarking on strike a criminal issue and silence trade unions.
NLC considers the statement by the Federal Government that the newly adopted National Industrial Relations Policy is aimed at stopping frequent industrial actions, particularly strikes by trade unions, as very reprehensible.
“The statement was part of the press release by the Federal Government at the end of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting, which took place on 31st July 2025.
“We are in shock that from a catalogue of hundreds of workplace issues contained in the National Industrial Relations Policy, the Federal Government singled out industrial strikes as its headache,” he said.
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Olumuyiwa Adejobi Becomes Deputy Commissioner of Police
The promotion, approved by the Police Service Commission, underscores DCP Adejobi’s exceptional service, professionalism, and unwavering dedication to the ideals of policing in Nigeria.
The Nigeria Police Force has announced the elevation of its Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), Olumuyiwa Adejobi, from the rank of Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) to Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP).
The promotion, approved by the Police Service Commission, underscores DCP Adejobi’s exceptional service, professionalism, and unwavering dedication to the ideals of policing in Nigeria.
Adejobi was first appointed in acting capacity on 16th February 2022 as a CSP and took over from then CP Frank Mba. He was later confirmed by then IGP Usman Alkali (Rtd).
DCP Adejobi has served as the image maker of the Nigeria Police Force with distinction.
Since his appointment as FPRO, he has led several strategic initiatives to rebuild public trust, improve accountability, and modernize the force’s communication channels.
DCP Adejobi studied Archaeology and Geography (Combined Honours) from the University of Ibadan.
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