INEC seeks stronger collaboration with journalists in Yobe

INEC seeks stronger collaboration with journalists in Yobe

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has sought for stronger collaboration with journalists in Yobe to enhance voter education and publicity in the state.

Alhaji Nuhu Ibrahim, the new Head of Voter Education and Publicity at the commission, made the call during a visit to the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Secretariat in Damaturu on Tuesday.

Ibrahim said his visit was to familiarise himself with journalists in the state and fostering cooperation for effective dissemination of electoral information.

He noted that registration and other INEC activities were ongoing across the state, stressing the need for closer working relations with the media to keep citizens informed.

“I felt it necessary to meet with you, so we can see one another and strengthen collaboration. With your cooperation, we can work efficiently to enlighten the public on our activities,” Ibrahim said.

He urged journalists in Damaturu to give him the support accorded to his predecessor, assuring them of openness and timely sharing of information.

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In his remarks, Mr Rajab Ismail, Chairman of NUJ Yobe Council, welcomed Ibrahim and pledged the union’s support to the commission.

Ismail described the media as a key partner in the electoral process, stressing that journalists were ever ready to cooperate with INEC in educating and informing the public.

He, however, appealed to the commission to give journalists timely notice of assignments and events to enable effective coverage, especially as some members operate from outside Damaturu.

“Our role is to educate, inform, entertain and set agenda for the public. We assure you of our full support, but timely communication is important for effective collaboration,” Ismail said.