NUJ FCT Hails Appointment Of Ebriku Friday As SSA Data Analytics To Governor Otu

Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) FCT Council has congratulated Mr. Ebriku John Friday (JP) on his appointment as senior special adviser (SSA) on Data Analytics to the Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Edet Otu.

The appointment was made in a letter signed by Prof Anthony Owan-Enoh, the secretary to the state government.

NUJ FCT Council used this medium to commend the governor for appointing one of its members as senior special assistant on Data Analytics in moving the state forward.

“With this appointment, you have put a square peg in a square hole, given Ebriku’s track record in journalism and his commitment to duty.

“Your appointment is a result of your exceptional skills, experience, and unwavering commitment to excellence, particularly in data journalism,” the council said.

We are confident that you will excel in this new role, leveraging your extensive knowledge and expertise to effectively communicate the Governor’s vision and initiatives to the people of Cross River State.

This strategic position is vital in today’s information age, where data analytics significantly influences public discourse and decision-making.

We have always admired your dedication and passion for journalism, and we have no doubt that you will bring your wealth of experience and expertise to your new role.

Your commitment to upholding journalistic ethics and providing accurate and reliable information and data is truly commendable, and we are confident that you will excel in this new position.

Until his appointment as SSA on Data Analytics, Friday was the ex-officio of the Nigerian Union of Journalists, FCT Council. He was a practising journalist, mediapreneur, very active youth advocate, and public servant whose work spans media, politics, and grassroots development.

Comrade Ebriku John Friday is a Cross River State–born journalist (from Yala), educated in Economics at the University of Abuja, who rose through media ranks into leadership and civic roles and is currently the editor for the NUJ FCT online/ Magazine

He leverages journalism, digital platforms, and public office to advocate for youth empowerment, good governance, community peace, and media excellence.

Over the years, he has built a media reputation and professionalism while working at LEADERSHIP, one of Nigeria’s prominent newspaper companies, headquartered in Abuja.

In LEADERSHIP, he served dedicatedly, played salient roles, and carried out delicate responsibilities as he moved from the ranks to management cadres, including News Page Design Editor, Deputy Manager, Design Director, Online Editor, Assistant General Manager, and General Manager.

Interestingly, he currently publishes and edits several online platforms, including TheLeaderNG.com, Jabbama.ng, DailyPatriot.ng) under eHub Media Nigeria Limited.

As a visionary leader and committed journalist, he edits the online platform for the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council.