Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to ensuring improved welfare and a conducive working environment for journalists in the state.
The Governor made the commitment on Sunday while declaring open a two-day retreat organised for the Kano Correspondents’ Chapel by the state government, held in Kaduna State.
In a statement issued by Usman Gwadabe, Director of Public Enlightenment, Government House, Kano, Governor Yusuf assured that his administration would sustain the cordial relationship between the government and the media in the collective service of the public.
Represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Umar Farooq Ibrahim, the Governor stressed the importance of an objective partnership between the government and journalists, rather than unhealthy competition.
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He urged journalists to uphold the ethics of their profession, assuring that the government remains open and transparent in communicating its mission and vision to the citizens.
While appreciating correspondents for their continuous support, the Governor also commended Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, for his concern over security challenges affecting parts of the North, adding that Kano would continue adopting proactive strategies to maintain peace.
In his remarks, Kaduna State Commissioner for Information, Ahmed Maiyaki, thanked Governor Yusuf for hosting the retreat in Kaduna and encouraged continued collaboration toward delivering democratic dividends.
Kano State Commissioner of Information, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, explained that the retreat was organised to build capacity and deepen understanding between government and the media.
Director General, Media and Publicity, Government House Kano, Alhaji Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, urged journalists to continue preserving the peaceful atmosphere Kano has enjoyed since the present administration took office.
Chairman of the Correspondents’ Chapel, Comrade Murtala Adewale, described the retreat held outside Kano as the first in the chapel’s history, expressing gratitude to the government.
The retreat featured morning exercises, interactive sessions, certificate presentations, and five paper presentations delivered by seasoned professionals.
Prof. Sule Yau Sule presented the lead paper titled “Fostering Relationship Between Journalists and Government: Ethical Practice Sacrosanct to Journalism.”
– Dr. Aminu Ibrahim Shehu delivered a paper on “Pressure and Deadline: Psychiatric Health Precautions.”
– Barr. Yusuf Abdulsalam spoke on “Defamatory Border Lines in Media: A Legal Perspective.”
– Hajiya Sani presented a paper on “AI in Journalism and Mass Communication: Scope and Value.”
– Abdullateef Abubakar Jos discussed “Digital Media: Emerging Opportunities and Challenges.”
The event further reinforced the need for responsible journalism, mental wellness, legal ethical awareness, technological adaptation, and strengthened media-government cooperation.