x

NUJ FCT calls for immediate release of kidnapped Punch reporter

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, has called for the immediate release of Okechukwu Nnodim, a correspondent with the Punch Newspapers.

Nnodim was allegedly kidnapped by four gunmen in his Abuja home who gained access to his residence by scaling his fence after firing several gunshots in the air.

In a press statement released by the council Friday, jointly signed by Comrade Emmanuel Ogbeche and Ochiaka Ugwu, chairman and secretary, condemns the heinous act in totality and calls for the unconditional release of Nnodim for him to be reunited with his family and colleagues.

According to the statement, “It is unacceptable that a journalist is abducted and held for whatever reason. A fundamental pre-requisite for a free media is that journalists be allowed to move freely in their efforts to gather and transmit information.

“While condemning this heinous act in strong terms, we urge the kidnappers to release the journalist immediately, and charge the security agencies to do all they can to ensure that Nnodim and all those held by kidnappers and bandits are rescued while the perpetrators are brought to justice.

“It is time journalists stop being endangered species for doing their constitutional duties. It is unfortunate that other forms of harassment against the press are becoming frequent.

“It is worrying that journalists have been assaulted while covering events and several others have reported receiving threats over their work.

“As a council, we demand that immediate steps be taken to arrest this ugly development so that journalists can fulfill their constitutional mandate unhindered.”

Hot this week

Truck Crushes Female Federal University Lokoja Lecturer to Death in Lokoja

By Noah Ocheni, LokojaA female lecturer at the Federal...

Victor Osimhen Sets New Galatasaray Record With Brilliant Brace Against Bodø/Glimt

 Victor Osimhen continued his sensational European form on Wednesday...

Agribusiness revolution key to Nigeria’s economic recovery- Lawmaker

By Ogenyi Ogenyi,UyoA member of the Akwa Ibom Assembly,...

KADMAM Advocates Improved Maternal Health, Declares “No Child Should Die at Birth”

By Achadu Gabriel, KadunaThe Co-chairman of the Kaduna Maternal...

FG Launches Made-in- Nigeria Mobile App to Boost Community Healthcare Services

By Joyce Remi-BabayejuThe Federal Government has launched a...

ITA vs NGA: Match Preview and Kickoff Time Ahead of Today’s FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Clash

Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, will take...

Super Falcons Receive N50m Cash Gift from Governor Dapo Abiodun [PHOTOS]

The Super Falcons have received a ₦50 million cash...

Agribusiness revolution key to Nigeria’s economic recovery- Lawmaker

By Ogenyi Ogenyi,UyoA member of the Akwa Ibom Assembly,...

Police dismantle illegal firearms factory in A’ibom

By Ogenyi Ogenyi,UyoAn illegal firearms fabrication factory located in...

INSPIRATION: When Sleep Escapes the Soul

With Mary EwaIf God did not create sleep for...

Related Articles

Popular Categories

spot_imgspot_img