SANWO-OLU CONGRATULATES AKODU ON EMERGENCE AS LAGOS NUJ CHAIRMAN
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By: Hammad Fasasi
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated Adewale Akodu on his election as Chairman of the Lagos State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists.
Akodu emerged victorious on Monday, November 9, 2026, with 465 votes, defeating his opponent, Innocent Anaba, who polled 21 votes.
He succeeds Adeleye Ajayi, who completed two terms in office.
In a congratulatory message issued on Thursday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile, the governor expressed confidence in Akodu’s ability to provide purposeful leadership for the union.
Sanwo-Olu described Akodu’s emergence as a recognition of his experience, professional competence and longstanding commitment to journalism and public service.
He noted that Akodu’s more than two decades of service in the Lagos State Public Service, particularly his contributions to the Ministry of Information and Strategy, had prepared him for the responsibility.
The governor also recalled his previous leadership of the Lagos State Information Chapel of the NUJ, saying it demonstrated his ability to build consensus and promote the interests of journalists.
According to Sanwo-Olu, Akodu’s background in public information management, strategic communication, media relations and union administration places him in a strong position to lead the council.
He expressed optimism that the new chairman would strengthen the relationship between the government and the media, promote responsible journalism and encourage constructive engagement and accountability.
The governor also commended Akodu’s commitment to professionalism, journalists’ welfare and capacity development, as outlined in his 10-point agenda.
Sanwo-Olu urged him to adopt inclusive leadership, transparency and unity by carrying all members along, regardless of their affiliations during the election.
He further encouraged the new executive to use the NUJ’s influence to promote credible information and tackle the spread of misinformation.
The governor assured journalists that his administration would continue to recognise the media as an indispensable partner in promoting good governance, transparency and sustainable development.
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