NUJ Names Gov Yusuf Grand Patron

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has named Kano Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf its grand patron in recognition of his development strides in the education and health sectors.

NUJ National President, Comrade Chris Isiguzo, conferred the title on the Governor during a visit of the union’s leadership to Kano on Sunday, October 13, 2024.

Yusuf pledged support for the media in fulfilling its social responsibilities.

Speaking to the visiting delegation, he said: “We hold the media in very high regard, and our relationship with journalists in Kano and beyond is excellent,” Governor Yusuf declared.

“I am honoured to accept the role of Grand Patron of the NUJ in Kano, and I pledge to provide all necessary supporting to the union.”

According to a statement by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature, Isiguzo and his deputy, Comrade Alhasan Yahaya, presented the newly elected leadership of the NUJ Kano chapter to the state governor.

The NUJ is the second professional body to award Governor Yusuf for his commitment to education in recent weeks.

The Nigeria Union of Teachers also named Governor Yusuf, the “Most Teacher-Friendly Governor of the Year,” a fact noted by the NUJ president.
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