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From Fred Ezeh, Abuja
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has announced that former Governor of Nasarawa State, Senator Umaru Tanko Al-Makura, will chair the 2025 NUJ Press Week.
NUJ FCT Chairman, Grace Ike, in a statement on Thursday, noted that Senator Al-Makura accepted the responsibility when the executive of the NUJ FCT Council paid him a courtesy visit at his office in Abuja.
She said the choice of Senator Al-Makura was because of his track record of public service and commitment to democratic values. “His leadership as Chairman of the occasion will greatly inspire the media community and underscore the importance of a free and responsible press in our society.”
She said this year’s event will be held under the theme: “Journalism in a changing world: Press freedom, media, democracy and society.”
Ike noted that the Press Week aims to highlight the evolving landscape of journalism and its critical role in safeguarding democracy, promoting transparency, and defending press freedom in Nigeria.
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In his response, Senator Al-Makura accepted the responsibility and described the media as a watchdog of society and partners for national development.
He said, “I am happy for this recognition. I have practised broadcast journalism after graduation at the beginning of my working career as an Assistant Producer for News and Current Affairs at the defunct Broadcasting Corporation of Northern Nigeria (BCNN), now the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA).
“Journalists are frontline workers in the quest for justice and national development. I pledge to attend the Press Week because of my love for the media.”
Senator Al-Makura assured the Council of his unwavering commitment to the industry and his commitment to promoting the advancement of the profession.
