Chief of Staff to the former All Progressives Congress (APC) National Chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, and ex-President of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Comrade Muhammed Garba, has urged journalists in Kano to report positively on the activities of the state government, saying the state is witnessing visible development under Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf
Garba, who is also a former Commissioner for Information in Kano State, made the call while unveiling the newly refurbished office of the Kano Correspondents’ Chapel of the NUJ.
He said, “Politics aside, Kano is actually working, and this clearly shows the concern of the government in turning things around for the benefit of the state.”
The former NUJ President urged journalists to acknowledge and report developments that contribute to the growth and progress of Kano State.
Speaking earlier, Chairman of the Kano Correspondents’ Chapel, Murtala Adewale, said the renovation was part of the executive committee’s efforts to improve the welfare and working conditions of members.
Adewale said the project was not merely about renovating the office but also about creating a conducive environment for journalists to work, exchange ideas and engage important stakeholders.
He commended the renovation committee, led by Abdullahi Jalaludeen, with Salim Umar Ibrahim as Secretary, and members Abdullahi Yusuf, Jacob Adeola Ajakaye and Mohammad Kabir, for their contributions to the successful completion of the project.
The renovated facility attracted commendation from media professionals, community leaders and publishers, who praised the chapel’s leadership for transforming the complex.
Professor Sule Ya’u Sule described the chapel as having a “working leader,” while Abdulsalam Muhammad commended Adewale for introducing innovations and urged members to continue supporting his leadership.
The Managing Director of Muhasa Radio and Television, Kano, Aishatu Sule, expressed delight at the transformation, describing the development as impressive.
Similarly, Publisher of SolaceBase Newspaper, Abdullateef Abubakar Jos, praised Adewale’s leadership, describing him as an example of good leadership.
Publisher of Hot Pen News Magazine, Aliyu M. Dangida, also commended the renovation, saying he was impressed by the transformation.
Former spokesman to former Jigawa State Governor Muhammad Badaru Abubakar, Habibu Nuhu Kila, said he would encourage the Correspondents’ Chapel in Dutse to replicate the Kano initiative.
The event ended with a guided tour of the refurbished facility, which features upgraded workspaces and media conference amenities designed to provide a more conducive working environment for journalists in Kano.