February 6, 2025

NUJ 8th Triennial Delegates Conference : Over 1000 Journalists Converge in Owerri To Elect Next President

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By Abubakar Suleman

Over 1000 journalists from across the country have converged in Owerri, Imo State, for the 8th Triennial National Conference of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ).

The conference, a key event for the union, usher in a new leadership as the outgoing President, Mr. Chris Isiguzo, concludes his six-year tenure.

In his valedictory speech, Mr. Isiguzo expressed gratitude to his colleagues for the opportunity given to him to lead the union, described his tenure as a period of significant milestones for Nigerian journalism.

He also commended Governor Hope Uzodinma for providing an enabling environment to host the conference, noting that Imo State is peaceful, contrary to negative media reports.

Among those vying for the position of president of NUJ are; three prominent candidates, Mr. AlHassan Yahaya from Gombe, Mr. Garba Mohammed from Kaduna and Mr Dele Atubi

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