NUJ, Kano Govt Unite to Chart New Course for Ethical Journalism

Ahmad Sorondinki in Kano

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) in collaboration with the Kano State Ministry of Information and Internal Affairs hosted a landmark Media Interactive Dialogue at the NUJ Press Centre, Kano.

The event brought together veteran journalists, active media practitioners, journalism educators, union leaders, media managers, news editors, senior civil servants, and other key stakeholders to strengthen ethical journalism and reshape media practice in Kano and beyond.

The engagement, which formed part of the activities for the two-day National Executive Council (NEC) meeting of the NUJ, provided a rare platform for seasoned journalists to share their wealth of experience with the younger generation, while also addressing contemporary challenges facing the profession.

In his address, the Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, reaffirmed the Kano State Government’s commitment to creating a journalist-friendly environment.

He commended the NUJ for organising its NEC meeting in Kano and assured continuous support for the Union’s initiatives aimed at effective public information dissemination.

Comrade Waiya also emphasised the government’s efforts in settling significant pension arrears of retired journalists, investing in media infrastructure, and enhancing human capital development, while also responding decisively to security challenges in the state.

The commissioner further described the dialogue as a timely intervention in strengthening professional ethics, assuring that the Kano State Government will continue to partner NUJ and veteran journalists to improve the quality of journalism in the state.

Speaking earlier, the NUJ National President, Comrade Alhassan Yahaya, said the interaction was in recognition of the sacrifices and contributions of veteran journalists, describing them as the watchdogs of society.

He highlighted the importance of the Media Enhancement Bill, which seeks to improve journalists’ welfare through provisions such as insurance coverage, as a pathway to encouraging responsible and ethical reporting.