NNPCL tasks Grace Ike-Led NUJ FCT Council Executive on unbiased reportage
..As Ike seeks collaboration with the corporation
Abuja (Core Reporters) The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) has urged the newly elected executives of the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) to build a brand of media professionals in the capital city with a sense of unbiased reportage.
This was made known on Tuesday by the NNPCL’s Chief Corporate Communications Officer (CCCO), Olufemi Oladapo Soneye, while receiving the newly elected NUJ FCT Executive led by Chairman, Comrade Grace Ike, at the NNPCL headquarters in Abuja
While congratulating Ike on her feat as the first female chairman of FCT council, Soneye pledged the corporation’s support to the executives to enable them move the union forward. He also commended the peaceful and well-organized electoral process that produced the team.
He said, “We want a vibrant media profession in FCT where journalists can practice conveniently and be unbiased, We will support you in any way that would help you move the union forward. We are your partners, and we are here for you.”
Earlier in her address, Comrade Grace Ike, solicited for a strategic partnerships between NNPCL and the NUJ, adding that the visit aimed to deepen collaboration between the two bodies inorder to advance nation-building and promote transparency.
“This visit represents not only an opportunity to strengthen our relationship but also reaffirmed the critical role of partnerships between institutions like NNPCL and NUJ,” she stated.
She emphasised on the need of journalists in FCT under her leadership to maintain the highest standards of journalism practice, saying it is the reason of engaging stakeholders to ensure her dreams come to pass.
Highlighting the NUJ’s vision, Ike underscored the need for collaboration between NNPCL, as a major driver of Nigeria’s economy, and the NUJ, which serves as the voice of the people and a platform for accountability.
“Our shared mandate for nation-building makes collaboration not only desirable but essential,” she said. “By working together, we can amplify NNPCL’s efforts in promoting transparency, sustainability, and innovation while fostering a deeper understanding of your work among the public.”
Beyond occasional interactions, Ike proposed practical areas for collaboration, including; Media Tours: To showcase NNPCL’s achievements and projects to the public.
Policy Dialogues: platforms to engage stakeholders on critical energy issues.
Special Reports: Highlighting NNPCL’s role in Nigeria’s energy transition and national development.
She expressed confidence that such initiatives would not only align with NNPCL’s mission but also enhance public trust in its operations.
Recognising the fast-evolving media landscape, Ike called for NNPCL’s support in capacity-building programs for journalists. She noted that specialised training on energy reporting, data journalism, and oil and gas industry intricacies would empower journalists to deliver accurate and insightful stories.
“An informed press is better equipped to report fairly and ensure that the public understands the complexities of your operations and policies,” she added.
Ike assured NNPCL of the council’s commitment to promoting balanced and factual reporting that highlights the corporation’s contributions to national development.
“As journalists, we understand the power of narratives. We are committed to portraying NNPCL’s efforts accurately and positively, especially as you strive to reposition Nigeria as a global energy leader,” she said. “Together, we can counter misinformation and promote an informed citizenry.” The NUJ Chairman reiterated the council’s readiness to build a mutually beneficial partnership with NNPCL.
“We want to create a synergy that not only advances the interests of our respective institutions but also contributes to the prosperity of our great nation,” Ike affirmed.
Core Reporters report that other members of the NUJ delegation present were Vice Chairman, Comrade Yahaya Ndambabo; Secretary, Comrade Jide Oyekunle; and Treasurer, Mrs. Sandra Udeike.
