Gombe NUJ Backs Alhassan, Oyetunde For National President, Deputy
BY NAJIB SANI, GOMBE
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Gombe State Council, has thrown its weight behind Alhassan Yahya Abdullahi, the current National Deputy President, in his bid for the union’s national presidency and Dr Abimbola Oyetunde, who is vying for the National Deputy President in the forthcoming National Triennial Delegates Conference.
Council Chairman, Faruk Muazu Gombe, made the endorsement after Alhassan submitted his nomination form, describing his aspiration as a move for purposeful leadership.
“Alhassan’s unwavering commitment to journalism and media practitioners’ advancement in Nigeria is inspiring. We are proud to call him our own,” Faruk said.
Director-General, Press Affairs, Government House, Gombe, Ismaila Uba Misilli, who also accompanied Yahya to submit the form, praised the presidential candidate for outstanding career, citing his experience as Chairman of the Gombe State NUJ Council, Vice Chairman of Zone E, and Deputy National President.
“His candidacy represents the collective will of Gombe journalists, the Directorate of Press Affairs, and the state government. We firmly stand behind him due to his solid leadership credentials and commitment to advancing journalism nationwide,” Ismaila said.
