The Kano Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has unveiled and commissioned its refurbished office complex, with prominent stakeholders commending the leadership of the chapel for improving the working environment and promoting the welfare and unity 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, and attended by journalists, media stakeholders and other dignitaries.
Speaking at the occasion, Garba and other distinguished guests, including Prof. Sule Ya’u Sule, Malam Habibu Kila, Hajiya Aishatu Sule and Abdullateef Abubakar Jos, praised the leadership of the chapel for the initiative.
They described the refurbishment as a significant development that would provide members with a more conducive environment for professional activities, meetings and interaction with stakeholders.
The dignitaries commended the Chairman of the Chapel, Comrade Murtala Adewale, and his executive committee for demonstrating commitment to the development of the chapel and the welfare of its members.
They urged the leadership to sustain the momentum by introducing more initiatives capable of strengthening the professional capacity, unity and welfare of journalists.
In his remarks, Adewale explained that the refurbishment was conceived as part of the leadership’s determination to transform the chapel’s office into a befitting and functional facility for members.
He said the idea was driven by the need to provide journalists with a more conducive environment where they could hold meetings, engage stakeholders and attend to professional responsibilities.
According to him, the project was not achieved overnight, but through careful planning, commitment and the support of individuals and stakeholders who believed in the vision.
Adewale expressed appreciation to everyone who contributed to the realisation of the project, saying the unveiling marked 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 the bond among members.
The chairman reaffirmed the commitment of his administration to initiatives that would improve the welfare and professional standing of members, noting that a strong and united chapel was essential to advancing the interests of journalists.
The commissioning formed part of the chapel’s ongoing 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. NUJ
The leadership of the chapel under Adewale has in recent months also pursued welfare and institutional initiatives, including a cooperative society aimed at improving members’ financial stability and access to support.
