Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the welfare of journalists in the state, particularly those facing health challenges.
The Governor stated this when he visited three ailing journalists in Lafia the state capital.
The Governor who was represented by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Affairs, Mr. Peter Ahemba, emphasized that the government’s support would not be a one-time intervention but a sustained effort to assist journalists in need.
Mr. Peter Ahemba conveyed Governor Sule’s goodwill messages to the ailing journalists, assuring them of the state government’s unwavering support.
The Governor’s representative also praised the journalists for their dedication to the profession, despite the challenges they face.
He urged them to remain steadfast and committed to their work, assuring them that the government recognizes and appreciates their contributions.
In his remarks, The State Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalist-NUJ, Alhaji Muhammed Salihu Alkali expressed gratitude to the governor for his continuous support to journalists in the state.
He emphasized the importance of such gestures in boosting the morale of media practitioners.
The state chairman also called on other well-meaning individuals and organizations to emulate the governor’s example by supporting journalists, especially those dealing with health challenges.
Responding on behalf of the ailing journalists, Mr. Cheke Emmanuel expressed deep appreciation for the visit and the governor’s support.
He described the gesture as a source of encouragement, noting that it would aid their recovery.
The journalists visited include; Mr. Cheke Emmanuel of New Telegraph Newspaper, Mr. Igbawase Ukumba of ThisDay Newspaper, and Hajiya Jamila Kassim of the Ministry of Information.
The Governor’s representative was accompanied by Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists-NUJ Nasarawa State Council, Alhaji Muhammed Salihu Alkali, and Chairman of the Correspondents’ Chapel, Mr. Isaac Ukpoju.
Report by Aliyu Muraki
