Leadership Newspaper Reporter, Patrick Ochogo Emerges Edo Correspondents’ Chairman 

By Towncriernews

Mr. Patrick Ochoga of the Leadership Newspaper on Wednesday emerged  Chairman of the Correspondents’ Chapel Edo State Council of the Nigerian Union of Journalist (NUJ)

Ochoga was returned unopposed, due to the disqualification of Micheal Egbejule of Newscreek.com, an online platform by the National leadership of NUJ on the ground of constitutional breaches.

Other officers who emerged at the election are Abdullahi Usman Bello of  Daily Trust Newspapers, Vice Chairman; Patrick Ahanor of Blue Print Newspaper, Secretary; Idris Umar Momoh, of the Business Day Newspapers, Treasurer; and Barnabas Uzosike of the Vanguard Newspapers , Auditor.

In his remark  Ochoga, who holds  a BSC  in Geography from the  University of Jos and a post Graduate Diploma in journalism from the University  of Maiduguri, Borno State

promised to uphold the ethics of journalism and to ensure that every member of the Correspondents’ Chapel is giving a sense of belonging 

He said, “I stand before you today filled with immense gratitude and humility. Emerging as your chairman is not just a personal achievement, but a collective victory, and I am deeply honored. 

“As your chairman, I promise to fight for all of us for a better and progressive chapel. I’ll stand up for our values and work across the aisle to get things done.

“We face big challenges, but I’ve always been more optimistic that together we can surmount any obstacle about the future of our chapel. Our diversity is our strength. Our shared hopes and dreams unite us”.

Earlier, in her valedictory speech, the outgoing Chairman, Mrs Nefishetu Yakubu thanked every member of the Chapel for their support and urged that the support be extended to the incoming executive.

She said. “Today marks the end of an incredible journey as I officially hand over the mantle of leadership to a new team of executives. It is a bittersweet moment, as I reflect on the challenges, triumphs, and shared experiences we have had over the past six years.  

“First and foremost, I want to thank every one of you for your solidarity, support, and encouragement throughout my tenure. Your faith in me, even during the most challenging times, has been my greatest source of strength. Together, we have built a stronger Chapel and made significant strides.”