ABEOKUTA — The senator representing Ogun Central senatorial district, Sen. Shuaib Afolabi Salis has approved the SAS Media award for Journalists in Ogun state.
Salis, who paid an unscheduled visit to the members of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), at its secretariat in Iwe Irohin, Abeokuta also approved the installation of solar power to lights up the Union’s office.
“On the SAS media award for outstanding journalists during press week, I hereby support the motion.
“Also, whether this place is outdated or not this place needs to have maximum power. I am here as a Senator of journalists, because this Iwe-irohin is the cradle of journalism. I also approve the installation of solar power”, he said
The senator, while briefing the newsmen on his 9 months sojourn at the 10th National Assembly noted that it is important for Nigerians to be patience with the current administration of Bola Tinubu, saying that the current challenges are dated.
He emphasized that the media must stand in the gap, to enlighten the public on government policies which according to him will yield positive results soon.
“I acknowledged the challenges faced by Nigerians, I appeal for your commitment to continue enlightening our people.
“It is crucial to strike a balance in legislative duty, especially during challenging times when we distributed aid to bring solace.
“These times demand a government with clarity, even in the face of inevitable pains, as they pave the way for future relief.
“Despite challenges in the oil sector, the government, under Bola Tinubu’s leadership, is resolute in its clear direction. A collective show of support for the administration is imperative, and the positive impact of federal savings is now cascading down to states and local governments”, he added
Earlier in his speech, the NUJ Chairman, Comrd. Wale Olarenwaju appreciated the presence of the senator, while seeking for support for the welfare of journalists in the State.
Olanrewaju also recalled that during the visit of Governor Abiodun to the council he promised to renovate the council hall and assured the approval of the journalists’ estate for the council which is yet to see the light of the day.
He therefore appealed to the senator to speak to the governor on behalf of the council, so that all his promises could be fulfilled.
