100 Days In Office: Prelate, Versity Don eulogise Odogwu led NUJ

By Ezurike Ugochukwu

The Archbishop, Ecclesiastical Province of the Niger, Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion and Bishop of Awka Diocese, His Grace, Most Revd. Alexander Ibezim has praised the Nigerain Union of Journalists, Anambra State Chapter for its doggedness and contributions to the growth of democracy in the society.

The Bishop extolled the sound and qualitative leadership of the Chairman, Dr. Odogwu Emeka Odogwu in the last 100 days.

The prelate made the commendation at an event organized to mark the leadership’s 100 days in office, shortly after May 2022 Congress.

The event held at the NUJ Secretariat, Godwin Ezeemo International Press Centre, Awka, the Anambra State capital attracted members of the council across board, religious leaders, scholars among other dignitaries including friends and well wishers of the Council.

Some of the guests who spoke at the event expressed satisfaction at the leadership style of the Council Chairman, Comrade Odogwu Emeka Odogwu, noting that his first 100 days has restored peace, harmony and unity in the Union.

Declaring the event open, Acting Managing Director of Anambra Broadcasting Service (ABS), Mr. Gabriel Okpalaeze who chaired the occasion said “the hundred days in office is a success story and a mark of celebration.” He said the NUJ leadership in the State has done well and prayed that the administration continues to build on the successes they have achieved.

Prof Okunna

Congratulating the Council Exco, First Female Professor of Mass Communication in Nigeria and Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), Paul University Awka, Professor Stella Okunna noted that the NUJ leadership in the State had performed well and urged them to sustain the zeal and tempo towards moving the Union forward. She reassured of her support to the union.