By By Elizabeth Ugbo
The National President of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, Comrade Alhassan Yahya, on Sunday in Kano, commended the Kano Correspondents’ Chapel for fostering unity during the 2026 Eid-el-Fitr Thanksgiving and special prayers held at the Kano Press Centre. He praised the leadership for organizing the event to celebrate Ramadan’s end, strengthen professional bonds, and promote peace among journalists.
Ramadan Lessons Shape Journalism Values
Comrade Yahya said Ramadan promotes discipline, empathy, and humility. He noted that these values align with journalism ethics.
“Ramadan has been a period of spiritual renewal, sacrifice, and discipline,” he said.
He urged journalists to remain fair, truthful, and guided by integrity. He added that society depends on responsible reporting.
Event Strengthens Unity Among Journalists
The gathering created a platform for reconnection despite demanding schedules.
According to Yahya, such moments help journalists share experiences and strengthen professional bonds.
He encouraged members to sustain unity and promote understanding in their work.
Call to Practice Compassion and Responsibility
Yahya urged journalists to apply Ramadan lessons daily.
He emphasized patience, kindness, and responsibility in reporting.
He also encouraged support for the less privileged, stressing the importance of giving back.
NUJ Kano Leadership Applauds Initiative
The Kano NUJ Chairman, Comrade Suleiman Abdullahi Dederi, represented by Vice Chairman Mustapha Gambo, described the event as symbolic.
He said it celebrated Ramadan’s success and promoted unity within the NUJ family.
He commended the Correspondents’ Chapel for organizing the event.
Chapel Leadership Highlights Reflection and Gratitude
Chairman of the Kano Correspondents’ Chapel, Comrade Murtala Adewale, described the gathering as reflective.
He said it allowed members to appreciate Allah’s mercies and strength during Ramadan.
He stressed the importance of gratitude and continued unity.
NUJ National Body Encourages Replication Nationwide
Yahya praised the chapel’s activities over the past year.
He urged other NUJ chapels to adopt similar initiatives.
According to him, such events promote peace, cooperation, and professional growth.
Academia Calls for Collaboration
Chairman of the occasion, Prof. Yakubu Mai Nasara Kurfi of Bayero University Kano, described the event as inspiring.
He urged sustained efforts and proposed collaboration between NUJ and academic institutions.
He stressed training and retraining to improve journalism standards.
Focus on National Challenges
Yahya also highlighted key national issues.
He called for attention to food security and insecurity.
He urged journalists to promote unity and tolerance through their reports.
Conclusion
The event served as both celebration and reflection. It reinforced unity, professional ethics, and social responsibility among journalists. It also set a model for other NUJ chapels nationwide.
