The Kano Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has unveiled and commissioned its refurbished office complex, with stakeholders commending the initiative for improving the working environment and welfare of members.
The commissioning ceremony, held at the Kano Press Centre, NUJ Secretariat, was chaired by former Kano State Commissioner for Information and former NUJ National President, Comrade Muhammad Garba.
The event was attended by journalists, media stakeholders and other dignitaries, including Prof. Sule Ya’u Sule, Malam Habibu Kila, Hajiya Aishatu Sule and Abdullateef Abubakar Jos.
Speaking at the occasion, the dignitaries praised the leadership of the chapel for refurbishing the office, describing the development as a significant step towards providing members with a conducive environment for professional activities, meetings and engagement with stakeholders.
They commended the Chapel Chairman, Comrade Murtala Adewale, and his executive committee for their commitment to the development and welfare of members.
The stakeholders urged the leadership to sustain the momentum by introducing more initiatives that would strengthen journalists’ professional capacity, unity and welfare.
Adewale said the refurbishment was conceived as part of his administration’s determination to transform the chapel’s office into a befitting and functional facility for members.
He said the initiative was driven by the need to provide journalists with a conducive environment to hold meetings, engage stakeholders and attend to their professional responsibilities.
According to him, the project was achieved through careful planning, commitment and the support of individuals and stakeholders who believed in the vision.
Adewale expressed appreciation to all those who contributed to the project, describing the unveiling as another milestone in the history of the chapel.
He said the refurbished facility would serve not only as an office but also as a centre for professional engagement, capacity building and strengthening relationships among members.
The chairman reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to initiatives aimed at improving the welfare and professional standing of journalists, noting that a strong and united chapel was essential to advancing the interests of its members.
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The commissioning is part of the chapel’s efforts to strengthen its institutional structures and create an enabling environment for journalists to discharge their responsibilities effectively.
The Kano Correspondents’ Chapel is one of the recognised chapels under the NUJ Kano State Council.
Under Adewale’s leadership, the chapel has also pursued welfare and institutional initiatives, including the establishment of a cooperative society aimed at improving members’ financial stability and access to support.
