In compliance with the directives of its National Secretariat, the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Adamawa State Council has suspended its major activities that may attract large gathering as part of preventative measures against the spread of Corona virus in the state.
A statement signed both the Chairman and Secretary of the union, Comrade Ishaka Donald Dedan and Fidelis Jackthan and made available to NEWS PLATFORM today, said that the resolution to suspend activities was adopted during its emergency meeting on Thursday.
The statement implored members of the union to be cautious while covering events, during interviews and investigative reporting by observing social distancing, using facemasks and sanitizers as prescribed in the safety tips against COVID-19.
The leadership of the union equally urged its members to exhibit high sense of discipline and professionalism as well as jettison speculations on any matter that concerns the present situation, and make use of information emanating from the Mitigation Committee constituted by Adamawa State Government.
As critical stakeholders in Adamawa project, the NUJ pledged to collaborate with the 10-Man Committee headed by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Dr.Bashir Ahmed in updating citizens as well as embarking on aggressive public enlightenment campaigns against the pandemic.
However, the leadership of the union applauded the pragmatic steps taken by Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri in curbing the spread of Corona virus in Adamawa State by providing a standard quarantine centre at Yola Specialist in case of any eventuality.
It further commended the media organisations in the state for the measures put in place towards safeguarding members and creating awareness on the pandemic.
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