The Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, (NUJ) Edo State Council, on Thursday congratulated Prince Kassim Afegbua on his appointment as the Commissioner for Information and Strategy by Governor Monday Okpebholo.
The Chapel, in a statement issued by Patrick Ochoga and Patrick Ahanor, Chairman and Secretary respectively, described Afegbua’s appointment as well-deserved and a clear recognition of his outstanding commitment to public service and professionalism.
The Journalists expressed confidence that Afegbua, who is returning to the office having served in the same capacity during the administration of Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, now a serving senator, would bring renewed energy, innovation, and integrity to the task of managing the state’s information architecture and deepening government-media relations.
The statement added, “As a critical partner in governance, the Correspondents’ Chapel is open to continued cooperation and constructive engagement with the Ministry of Information and Strategy to advance credible reportage, transparent communication geared towards the overall development agenda of the state government.
”We look forward to a fruitful partnership that will enhance public enlightenment, civic participation, and responsible journalism in Edo State”.