Rotimi Idris
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ondo State Council, has congratulated Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan on his elevation to the Ondo State Cabinet as Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, describing the appointment as a recognition of professionalism, competence and outstanding performance.
Adeniyan, who previously served as the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary (CPS), was recently elevated to the position of Special Adviser on Media and Publicity while retaining his position as Chief Press Secretary.
The Union, in a congratulatory statement jointly signed by the Chairman and Secretary of Ondo NUJ, Prince Leke Adegbite and Comrade Olaoluwa Meshack, described the elevation as a well-deserved reward for a performing media professional whose dedication and commitment to effective government communication had continued to distinguish him.
The council noted that Adeniyan’s contributions to the dissemination of government policies, programmes and activities had demonstrated his professionalism and capacity to effectively manage the administration’s communication responsibilities.
Ondo NUJ also commended Governor Aiyedatiwa for the confidence reposed in Adeniyan, expressing optimism that his elevation would further strengthen the information machinery of the state government and improve communication between the administration and the people.
The statement reads, “The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ondo State Council, has congratulated Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan on his elevation to the Ondo State Cabinet by Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa.
“Prince Adeniyan was recently elevated to the position of Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the Governor while still retaining his position as Chief Press Secretary.
“The Union describes the appointment as a well-deserved reward for a performing media professional whose dedication, commitment and contributions to the effective communication of government policies, programmes and activities have continued to stand him out.
“The NUJ, Ondo State Council, notes that the elevation is a recognition of Prince Adeniyan’s professionalism, competence and outstanding performance in the discharge of his responsibilities as the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary.
“The Union also commends Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa for the confidence reposed in Prince Adeniyan, expressing the belief that the appointment will further strengthen the information machinery of the Ondo State Government and enhance effective communication between the government and the people.
“According to the Ondo NUJ, the retention of Prince Adeniyan as Chief Press Secretary, alongside his new responsibility as Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, underscores the Governor’s confidence in his ability to deliver on the administration’s media and publicity objectives.
“The NUJ expresses confidence that the appointment will further promote professionalism, transparency, timely dissemination of information and a stronger relationship between the government and the media.
“The Council urges Prince Adeniyan to see the elevation as a call to greater service and responsibility, while assuring him of the union’s continued support and cooperation in advancing the ideals of responsible journalism and public communication.
“NUJ, Ondo State Council, therefore wishes Prince Adeniyan continued success in his new assignment and expresses optimism that his wealth of experience will contribute meaningfully to the development of Ondo State.
“Prince Adeniyan, is a former Ondo state NUJ Secretary and also a former National Officer of the Union”.
