The attention of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Imo State Council, has been drawn to the activities of a group of persons parading themselves as members or representatives of an organisation known as the Association of Imo State-Based Journalists (AIBJ).
The NUJ Imo State Council hereby wishes to inform the general public that the said group is not recognised, registered or affiliated with the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ).
For the avoidance of doubt, recognised affiliates and professional bodies within the NUJ structure include the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Nigeria Guild of Editors (NGE), and Correspondents’ Chapel, among others recognised in accordance with the Union’s established structure.
Consequently, the NUJ Imo State Council shall not be held responsible for any transaction, representation, financial dealings, loss or other consequences arising from dealings with the said group or persons purporting to represent it.
Furthermore, all registered and practising members of the NUJ, Imo State Council, are hereby directed to disassociate themselves from the activities of the said group. Any member found to be acting in violation of this directive may face appropriate disciplinary measures in accordance with the Constitution and regulations of the Nigeria Union of Journalists.
The NUJ Imo State Council therefore urges members of the public to exercise caution and to disregard any claim by the said group or its representatives suggesting that it is recognised or affiliated with the Nigeria Union of Journalists, Imo State Council.
This Press Release serves as a formal disclaimer to the general public and a caveat to all members of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, Imo State Council.
Signed:
Comrade Ifeanyi Nwanguma, JP
Chairman
Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Imo State Council
