The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) concluded its 2025 National Media Summit on November 18, 2025, in Jalingo, Taraba State, championing urgent reforms in media safety, ethics, and digital innovation under the theme “Strengthening Media Resilience for National Development.” The summit convened journalists, scholars, government officials, security experts, and civil society advocates nationwide.
Highlighting challenges of insecurity, political divides, and digital disruption, Prof. Umaru Pate of Federal University Kashere emphasized the vital role of ethical journalism in democracy and warned against intimidation and misinformation eroding public trust. Speakers underscored the need for journalist protection protocols, specialized training in investigative reporting and digital tools, and stronger internal media oversight.
The summit credited Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba for supporting media transparency and adopted resolutions to revitalize safety and ethics committees, improve fact-checking, and restructure the NUJ with new units focusing on digital media, training, welfare, and resources. Participants reaffirmed their commitment to fostering a professional, secure media landscape critical to Nigeria’s democratic and developmental goals.
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