The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has inaugurated a Research, Training, and Publications Committee as part of efforts to keep its members informed on emerging issues, enhance professional skills, and promote journalism scholarship through book publications and research.
In a statement signed by the President of the Guild, Eze Anaba, and the General Secretary, Onuoha Ukeh, the committee is chaired by Prof. Chinyere Stella Okunna, Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Paul University, Awka, Anambra State.
The committee comprises seasoned journalists and media professionals drawn from media management, academia, and the publishing industry.
Other members include Dr. Tony Onyima, Fellow of the Guild and former Managing Director/Editor-in-Chief of The Sun; Ms. Angela Agoawike, Fellow of the Guild and Founder/CEO of Omalicha FM, Owerri; Dr. Iyobosa Uwugiaren, Senior Editor and Member of the Editorial Board of THISDAY; and Dr. Kabir Alabi Garba, Weekend Editor of The Guardian.
Speaking at the inauguration, NGE President, Eze Anaba, said the Guild attached great importance to the committee’s assignment and deliberately constituted it to reflect a balance between academic scholarship and professional journalism practice.
He emphasized the need to bridge the gap between academic training and practical newsroom experience in Nigeria’s media industry.
According to him, the committee’s work is expected to strengthen journalism practice and address the disconnect that often exists between journalism education and newsroom realities.
“The membership of the committee was carefully selected to reflect this aspiration of bridging the gap between the town and gown,” Anaba said.
