The Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists(NUJ), Edo State Council, Comrade Festus Alenkhe, has sent a message of felicitation to all Muslim Journalists and the people of Edo State on Eid al-Fitr celebration.
In the statement, Comrade Alenkhe wished all Muslim faithful in Edo State a happy Eid ul Fitr filled with joy, peace and happiness. He prayed for Allah to shower His divine blessings upon the people and their immediate families.
Comrade Alenkhe joined to say “AMEN” to all the prayers rendered during the holy month of Ramadan which is one of the five pillars of lslam. He said “the celebration should be used to amend our ways and reflect on the future and development of our dear, Edo State.”
On the state 2024 governorship election, Comrade Alenkhe urged Journalists to resist the temptation of politicians using them to peddle fake news but stand firmly with the truth.
He stressed the need for journalists in Edo State to continue to cross check information before making them public and commended media workers for standing firm in keeping the state united.
He appealed to politicians in the state “to campaign with issues while canvassing for votes and refrain from statements that will further divide the state.”
