Ebenezer Adurokiya, Reporting
THE re-elected Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Delta State Council, Comrade Churchill Oyowe, has expressed appreciation to members of the union, stakeholders and other supporters for their confidence in him for a second term.
Oyowe, in a message of appreciation following his re-election, described the mandate as a call to greater service, unity, professionalism and improved welfare for journalists in Delta State.
He expressed gratitude to the NUJ National Secretariat and its delegation, led by the Vice President, Zone F, Comrade Opaka Dokubo, for their guidance and supervision of the electoral process.
He also acknowledged the contributions of the Zonal Secretary, Dr John Angese, and the National Ex-Officio, Comrade Felix Igbekoyi, to the conduct of the election.
The Delta NUJ chairman commended the Credentials Committee for its service and appreciated the Delta State Government for maintaining neutrality throughout the electoral process.
Oyowe further expressed gratitude to the Commissioner of Police, Delta State Command, and the State Director of the Department of State Services (DSS) for providing security that ensured a peaceful exercise.
He thanked members of the union who sacrificed their time, resources and energy to participate in the election, as well as his supporters, stakeholders, well-wishers and other contestants.
Attributing his re-election to the grace of God, Oyowe gave glory to the Almighty, describing his victory as one made possible by divine favour.
The NUJ chairman pledged to consolidate the achievements of his first term and work towards building a stronger, more inclusive and united Delta State Council.
He called on members to close ranks and embrace collective responsibility in advancing professionalism and improving journalists’ welfare across the state.
Oyowe stressed that unity among members would be crucial to achieving the council’s objectives and strengthening the union’s capacity to protect the interests of journalists.
He reaffirmed his commitment to the responsibilities entrusted to him by members, expressing optimism that collective efforts would help move the Delta NUJ Council forward during his second term.
