Report by JAMILA ABBA; Editing by BASIRAT MEMUDU
The Taraba State Council of Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has commenced activities marking it’s 2025 Press Week.
The event which started on Friday the 11th of April 2025, marked the first day of the plethora of events carefully lined up for the week for Juma’at Prayers with Journalists of Muslim faith, accompanied by their Christians colleagues, gathered at the TY Danjuma Mosque to give thanks to Allah and pray for the success of the event.
On Sunday, a special thanksgiving service was held at the Supreme King’s Church Jalingo, where prayers rained on Journalists to enable them succeed in the discharge of their crucial roles in the society.
Addressing newsmen on Monday at a world press conference, the Central Planning Committee, led by its chairman, Alhaji Adamu Aso, disclosed that the event was aimed at bringing together journalists, government officials, and other stakeholders to celebrate the profession and recognize the outstanding contributions of Journalists in nation building.
He said “the occasion will offer opportunity for journalists to reflect on their role in shaping opinions and promoting Peaceful coexistence and development in the country”.
Adamu also noted that several activities were carefully lined up for the week long celebration including a novelty football match between Nigeria Union of Women Journalists and men of the pen profession.
He said the event would also witness presentation of awards to distinguished personalities.
Earlier, Chairman of NUJ Taraba State Council, Comrade Matthew Jen, appreciated the power of unity and thanked the planning committee for their hard work.
He noted that the Press Week celebration would be a fitting tribute to the NUJ’s 70th anniversary year celebration, and it is expected to be a memorable occasion for all involved.
“With the awards and other activities, the event will be a celebration of journalism excellence and a recognition of the important role that journalists play in the society”. He added.
