The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) FCT Council has congratulated Mr. Yomi Odunuga on his appointment as Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume. In a statement signed by NUJ FCT Council Secretary Jide Oyekunle, the union praised Odunuga’s dedication, professionalism, and commitment to journalistic integrity.

Secretary Jide Oyekunle said the appointment is a well-deserved recognition of Odunaga’s outstanding contributions to the field. “Your wealth of experience and insightful communication skills will undoubtedly serve the government and the public well in this capacity,” Oyekunle stated. Jide Oyekunle expressed confidence that Odunuga will deliver on his new role, considering his professional prowess.

The statement noted that Odunuga, a seasoned journalist, poet, and columnist, has over 27 years of experience in journalism. He began his career with the PUNCH newspaper as State House Correspondent and rose through the ranks to become Abuja Bureau Chief and later Group Political Editor. He also worked with THE NATION newspaper as Assistant Editor and Bureau Chief in Abuja before joining the office of the Deputy President of the 9th Senate as Special Adviser, Media and Publicity.

NUJ FCT Council is confident that Yomi Odunuga will continue to uphold the highest standards of transparency and accountability in his new position. “We are confident that you will deliver on your new role considering your professional prowess and that you will continue to uphold the highest standards of transparency and accountability in your new position,” the statement read. Yomi Odunuga’s appointment is seen as a testament to his hard work and dedication to the field of journalism.