Kano Online Journalists (ASKOJ) Elects New Executives

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By Nafisa Muhammad 

The Association of Kano Online Journalists (ASKOJ), has recently appointed new executive members who have expressed their commitment to maintaining credibility and combating the spread of false information. 

According to a statement signed by the Secretary of the Association, Yusuf Issa An-Nuphawi, the election of the new ASKOJ executive members took place on Saturday during a congress meeting held at the Association's office in the NUJ Secretariat, Kano. 

The newly elected officials include Yakubu Salisu as Chairman, Salisu Ismail Kabuga as Vice-Chairman, and Yusuf Issa An-Nuphawi as Secretary of the Association.

Among the other members  elected are Khadija Ibrahim, who serves as Treasurer; Abdulbaki Ali Ahmad Sharifai, the Financial Secretary; Kabiru Basiru Fulatan, who holds the position of Auditor; and Hadiza Musa Yusuf, the Assistant Secretary.

Speaking shortly after concluding the elections, the Chairman-elect Comrade Yakubu Salisu spoke about ASKOJ as an association of experienced and accomplished journalists. 

He expressed his commitment to lead the organization with honesty, responsibility, and support for the career development of younger journalists through training programs in collaboration with key stakeholders from the private and public sectors.

Comrade Yakubu also emphasized that, the establishment of ASKOJ was not driven by rivalry or partisanship and noted that, "On the contrary, the Association is open to collaborations with individuals, governments, the business community, civil society, and other credible institutions in order to promote responsible journalism in Kano and Nigeria, with the ultimate goal of improving society."

The Chairman-elect Mr. Yakubu stated that, ASKOJ is committed to holding public office holders accountable. emphasising that, his members will consistently uncover the truth and advocate for the voiceless citizens in order to improve Kano and the country at large. 

Furthermore, he assured Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of the association's steadfast support in the development of Kano State. 

In addition, the Chairman-elect assured stakeholders that ASKOJ will not tolerate unqualified journalists, manipulators, or advocates of sensationalism, as the association strongly reaffirmed its commitment to professional ethics.