Okon of ABSU Urges New Press Club Executives to Uphold Passion and Integrity
Comrade Okon Victor, Founder of ABSU Press Club, urges newly inaugurated executives to uphold integrity, accuracy, and passion in their journalism.
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The Founder of the ABSU Press Club, Comrade Okon Victor, has passionately charged the newly inaugurated press club executives for the 2023/2024 academic session to demonstrate dedication and strive for excellence in their journalistic endeavors. Represented by Comrade Chibueze Miracle, the former Public Relations Officer (PRO) of NAPS/APAGS, Okon emphasized the crucial values of integrity, accuracy, and fairness in their practice.
"I Congratulate the newly elected executives of the ABSU Press Club led by Comrade Blessing Nnubia (Blessed Pen) on this occasion of their Inauguration Ceremony. I am honored to be a part of this milestone, and I'm thrilled to see the next generation of leaders take the reins.
"As the Founder of this great club, I want to remind you that the ABSU Press Club is still in its development stage. It's up to you to improve and grow it into a formidable force in the world of journalism. Remember, this club is built on the principles of selfless service. It's not about personal gain, but about using your talents to make a positive impact on your community.
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"As you embark on this journey, I charge you to be passionate about your craft. Journalism is not just a profession, but a calling. It requires dedication, hard work, and a willingness to learn and grow. Don't be afraid to take risks, to ask tough questions, and to seek the truth.
"As you lead this club, remember that you are not just representing yourselves, but the entire student body and the university at large. Let your work be guided by integrity, accuracy, and fairness".
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In her inaugural speech, the newly elected Press Club President, Comrade Blessing Nnubia (Blessed Pen), assured that her team would deliver on their promises and collaborate with the Student Union Government (SUG) PRO and others to strengthen the information sector. She committed to upholding the values of selfless service, integrity, accuracy, and fairness in their journalistic practices.
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Comrade Ohanusi Victor, the SUG PRO, also encouraged the new executives to be dedicated and truthful in their reporting, highlighting the importance of collaboration and teamwork in building a robust information sector.
The inauguration event featured the launch of the press club jackets, the ceremonial cutting of the inauguration cake, and the decoration of the new press club executives. The ceremony was attended by dignitaries, including Kalu Victor, who extended their goodwill messages to the new executives.
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