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From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe
The Gombe State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has extended warm Christmas greetings to journalists and residents of the state, urging sustained commitment to peace, unity, and professional excellence.
In a Christmas message issued by the Chairman of the union, Comrade Faruk Muazu, he congratulated the Christian faithful on the celebration, describing Christmas as a season that reinforces shared values of love, harmony, and mutual coexistence across religious and cultural lines.
Faruk underscored the strategic role of journalists in shaping public discourse, noting that the media remains a critical driver of peace, development, and democratic accountability in society. He charged journalists in the state to continue upholding the core principles of truth, fairness, justice, and responsibility in the discharge of their duties.
According to him, the power of the media lies not only in informing the public but also in educating and inspiring positive change, especially at a time when society grapples with complex social and governance challenges.
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The NUJ Chairman commended members of the union in Gombe State for their dedication and resilience, acknowledging their contributions to keeping the public informed despite operational and professional challenges.
He also extended goodwill to the people of Gombe State, expressing optimism that the Christmas season would usher in renewed hope, peace, and progress across communities. Faruk further called for collective efforts towards building a more united and prosperous Gombe State, stressing that the spirit of Christmas should transcend the festivities and guide interactions and professional conduct in the coming year.
He wished journalists and residents a joyous Christmas celebration and a prosperous New Year, expressing confidence that 2026 would bring greater opportunities and fulfilment of shared aspirations.
