The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has recommitted itself to creating the enabling and sustainable environment that upholds press freedom and protection of journalists’ rights, in order to ensure the sustainability of democracy and good governance.
The Guild also said that its commitment to professionalism will help shape the narratives, influence public opinion, and help forge a society that thrives on transparency, inclusivity, justice and a system of government that is accountable to the citizens.
The Editors made these commitments at the end of its two-day national biennial convention, which took place in Owerri, the Imo State capital at the weekend.
In a communique signed by its President, Eze Anaba and the General Secretary, Dr Iyobosa Uwugiaren, the Editors noted that in a rapidly evolving media landscape, where information flows at an exceptional pace, the role of journalism in shaping good governance and democracy has never been more crucial than now.
‘’We, as journalists, bear the enormous responsibility of providing accurate, reliable, and unbiased news to the public, thereby fostering transparency, accountability, and public participation in the affairs of our nation”, the communique read in part.
The Guild said Journalists must be the precursors of truth by holding those in power accountable; while providing a platform for diverse voices and perspectives.’’
The Editors thanked Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State, who declared the elective convention open, for creating the conducive environment for the successful national biennial convention.
The peaceful elective convention saw Eze Anaba, the Editor of Vanguard Newspaper, securing 250 votes to emerge as the new President. He defeated his only opponent Bolaji Adebiyi, Executive Editor, Western Post, who polled 81.
Radio Nigeria’s Director News, Husseina Akila Bangshika, emerged as the Deputy President of the guild.
