The Kano Online Media Chapel has successfully convened its Congress, bringing representatives from various digital media platforms to discuss key issues affecting the profession and its members.
The meeting, chaired by Comrade Abubakar A. Dangambo, was aimed at strengthening the Chapel’s structure, reviewing its formation progress, and deliberating on the registration process for new members.
He extended his appreciation to members for their dedication and emphasized the need for ethical considerations in news dissemination, urging journalists to prioritize public interest stories and uphold professional integrity.
During the session, Congress members examined and adopted both the Secretariat and Financial reports, underscoring the significance of transparency in the Chapel’s operations.
Other pressing matters deliberated upon were the effective management of the Chapel’s secretariat and the registration of new members, which also took center stage.
The Congress resolved to set the registration fee for new members at N25,000.00 a move aimed at ensuring sustainability and operational efficiency. Members were encouraged to consult the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) constitution to better understand their obligations, rights, and privileges.
Beyond internal matters, the Congress turned its attention to pressing community issues, calling on the Kano State Government to rehabilitate rural and community roads ahead of the impending rainy season.
Members expressed concerns over deteriorating road conditions that pose challenges to transportation and economic activities.
Additionally, the Chapel appealed for government support for farmers, urging authorities to provide essential agricultural inputs to ensure a bumper harvest.
The communiqué was e-signed by Comrade Abubakar A. Dangambo and Comrade Isiyaku Ahmed, the Chapel’s Chairman and Secretary, respectively.
The drafting committee, consisting of Aliyu Mudi Sulaiman (Chairman), Salisu Kabuga (Secretary), and Sani Magaji Garko (Member), was responsible for compiling the resolutions.
The Congress reinforced its commitment to ethical journalism and professional excellence, as members continue to champion the role of online media in informing and shaping public discourse.
