Sanwo-Olu congratulates new Lagos NUJ chairman

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Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated Adewale Akodu on his emergence as the new Chairman of the Lagos State Council of the NUJ. Read More:…

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.

Akodu emerged on Monday, November 9, 2026, polling 465 votes to defeat his opponent, Innocent Anaba, who secured 21 votes.

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’s ability to provide purposeful leadership for the union.

The governor described Akodu’s election as a recognition of his experience, professional competence and longstanding commitment to journalism and public service.

He said Akodu’s 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.

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.

Sanwo-Olu said Akodu’s experience in public information management, strategic communication, media relations and union administration placed him in a strong position to lead the council.

He expressed optimism that the new chairman would strengthen relations between government and the media, promote responsible journalism and encourage constructive engagement and accountability.

The governor also commended Akodu’s commitment to professionalism, journalists’ welfare and capacity development, as outlined in his 10-point agenda.

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