Lukman Abdulmalik
On Sunday, Abubakar Abdulkadir Dangambo, the publisher of Independent Post, emerged as the Chairman of the Kano Online Media Chapel.
He took the oath of office alongside other executive members of Chapel, which includes the Vice Chairman, Kahdija Aliyu, publisher of Paradigm News, the Secretary, Isiyaku Ahmad, publisher of Stallion Times, and the Assistant Secretary, Zahrau Nasir Ahmed, publisher of Daily Watch 24
Others are the Financial Secretary, Zainab Abdurrahman Mai Agogo, publisher of Kakaki24; the Treasurer, Abbas Yushau Yusuf, publisher of Nigeria Tracker, and the Auditor, Musa Ahmad Durumin Iya, publisher of Alifijir News.
The oath office was administered to the Online Media Chapel Executives by the Chairman of the Kano Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists.
In his acceptance speech, the newly inaugurated Chairman of the Online Media Chapel, Comrade Dangambo, expressed gratitude and commitment.
He said the formation of the Kano Online Media Chapel is a bold recognition of the transformative role digital platforms now play in shaping public opinion, holding power accountable, and amplifying the voices of the people.
“We are not here to compete with traditional media—we are here to complement, innovate, and lead the way in responsible, ethical, and impactful journalism in the digital age.
“I do not take this responsibility lightly. I am committed to building a chapel that upholds professionalism, promotes unity among practitioners, and protects the interests of our members.
“Together, we will pursue opportunities for capacity building and partnerships that empower our members to thrive in this fast-evolving media landscape.
He pledged to earn the public trust, ensure that the content upholds the highest standards of truth, fairness, and integrity.
“As online journalists, we have a duty not only to inform but to inspire progress and development in our society,” he added.
“To the honorable Commissioner of Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, I extend my heartfelt gratitude for your support in realizing our dream for this chapel.
Dangambo then thanked NUJ, specifically the National President and the Kano Council Chairman and his team, for recognizing the need for this chapel and supporting its emergence.
The event was attended by a wide range of Online Media Publishers and journalists across the state and beyond.
Also in attendance were the Kano State Commissioner of Information, Ambassador Ibrahim Waiya, Permanent Secretary, Bala Muhammed, Managing Director of Radio Kano, Adamu Abubakar Rano, Abbas Ibrahim, Sulaiman Abdullahi Dederi, NUJ Chairman, and Immediate Chairman of NUJ Kano, Abbas Ibrahim, Director of Internal Affairs, Usman Bello, and other dignitaries.
