Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated Adewale Akodu on his emergence as Chairman of the Lagos State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists.\n<\/p>\n
Akodu emerged on Monday, November 9, 2026, polling 465 votes to defeat his opponent, Innocent Anaba, who secured 21 votes.\n<\/p>\n
He succeeded Adeleye Ajayi, who completed two terms in office.\n<\/p>\n
Sanwo-Olu, in a congratulatory message issued on Thursday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile, expressed confidence in the new chairman\u2019s ability to provide purposeful leadership for the union.<\/p>\n
The governor described Akodu\u2019s election as a recognition of his experience, professional competence and longstanding commitment to journalism and public service.<\/p>\n
He said Akodu\u2019s more than two decades of experience in the Lagos State Public Service, particularly his contributions to the Ministry of Information and Strategy, had prepared him for the responsibility.\n<\/p>\n
The governor also noted his previous leadership of the Lagos State Information Chapel of the NUJ, saying it demonstrated his capacity to build consensus and advance the interests of journalists.<\/p>\n
Sanwo-Olu said Akodu\u2019s experience in public information management, strategic communication, media relations and union administration placed him in a strong position to lead the council. <\/p>\n
He expressed optimism that the new chairman would strengthen relations between government and the media, promote responsible journalism and encourage constructive engagement and accountability.\n<\/p>\n
The governor also commended Akodu\u2019s commitment to professionalism, journalists\u2019 welfare and capacity development, as outlined in his 10-point agenda.\n<\/p>\n
He urged him to embrace inclusive leadership, transparency and unity by carrying all members along, irrespective of their affiliations during the election.\n<\/p>\n
Sanwo-Olu further encouraged the new executive to use the NUJ\u2019s position to promote credible information and combat misinformation.\n<\/p>\n
He assured journalists of his administration\u2019s continued recognition of the media as an indispensable partner in good governance, transparency and sustainable development.\n<\/p>\n
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