The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Lagos State Council, has called on journalists and media professionals across the state to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, ethical conduct and responsibility in the discharge of their duties. This formed part of the agenda at the maiden Exco meeting presided over by the Chairman, Comrade Adewale Akodu.
The Council emphasised that charity begins at home, noting that members of the Union must lead by example through responsible conduct, adherence to professional ethics and respect for the principles of journalism. It stressed that the credibility and public perception of the profession depend largely on the conduct of its practitioners.
The leadership of the NUJ Lagos State Council described the renewed emphasis on professionalism as part of its deliberate efforts to reposition the Union and restore greater public confidence in the journalism profession. According to the Council, the initiative is aimed at ensuring that corporate organisations, government institutions and members of the public accord journalism the respect and recognition it deserves.
The Council further called on media professionals to immediately desist from any conduct capable of undermining the integrity of the profession. It stressed the need for journalists to remain committed to accuracy, fairness, objectivity, accountability and responsible reporting, adding that the collective image of the profession must be protected at all times.
As part of its commitment to strengthening public trust and improving media engagement, the Council also announced plans to launch the NUJ Feedback Desk, one of the key campaign promises of the Chairman, Comrade Adewale Akodu.
The proposed initiative is designed to provide a structured channel through which corporate organisations, individuals and other stakeholders can communicate their observations, concerns, commendations and feedback to the Union. The feedback mechanism is expected to promote constructive engagement between journalists and the public, encourage accountability and help the Union identify areas requiring improvement.
The Council noted that the Feedback Desk would serve as an important tool in fostering mutual understanding between the media and its stakeholders, while strengthening public trust in journalism.
The NUJ Lagos State Council reaffirmed its commitment to promoting ethical journalism, protecting the integrity of the profession and building a more responsible, credible and professional media community.
Signed
Adewale Akodu
Chairman
Olayide Awosanya
Secretary
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