Kogi State Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has applauded media professionals for their dedication to promoting transparency and informing citizens about government activities.
Governor Ododo, represented by the Secretary to Kogi State Government (SGS), Folashade Ayoade, made this known during yesterday‘s official launch of the state’s first Annual Media Performance Report in Lokoja.
Ododo described the report as a landmark initiative in line with the administration’s commitment to open governance, emphasising that effective communication is not only about the volume of coverage but the accuracy, sentiment, and impact of the information shared with the public.
He urged stakeholders to remain objective and fair in their reportage, stressing that the government does not support exaggerated claims but believes in truthfully communicating the administration‘s achievements.
Ododo acknowledged the collective effort that went into creating the media performance report, emphasising the critical role played by the Special Adviser on Media, Hon. Ismaila Isah, and his team in delivering it. He noted that this aligns with the administration’s teamwork and effective communication values.
He expressed deep appreciation to journalists across the state and beyond, recognising their sacrifices in the line of duty, further pledged to facilitate direct engagement between members of the press and the Kogi State Government, assuring that the administration values the role of the media in building trust and shaping public discourse.
Earlier, the Special Adviser on Media to the Governor and Host of the event, Ismaila Isah, emphasised that the report is a retrospective analysis and a forward-looking tool for refining future communication strategies.
Isah expressed his gratitude to Governor Ododo for his unwavering support. He called for continued collaboration between the government and the media to strengthen public trust further and accelerate Kogi State‘s development.
Vice President of the Nigeria Union Journalists (NUJ) Zone D and General Manager, Prime FM Lokoja, Momoh Jimoh Adeiza, applauded the report as a significant achievement, urging the state government to increase its support for the media to empower journalists further to fulfil their crucial role in the state‘s development.
