NUJ Cracks Down on Indiscipline, Suspends Ogun Members, Clears Delta Secretary

The National Executive Council (NEC) of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has wielded the big stick on internal misconduct, suspending members of its Ogun State Council while reinstating a top official in Delta State, in decisions that underscore renewed efforts to enforce discipline within the profession.

At its high-level meeting held in Abuja on April 29, 2026, NEC—under the leadership of National President, Alhassan Yahya—ratified the suspension of members from the Ogun State Council for bypassing internal conflict resolution channels and heading to court, a move described as a direct violation of the Union’s constitutional provisions.

Global Mirror News gathered that the affected members were penalised for contravening Article 7 (5d) of the NUJ Constitution, which mandates members to exhaust all internal mechanisms before seeking external legal redress. The Council stressed that such actions undermine the Union’s cohesion and institutional authority.

Those suspended include Wole Shokunbi, Folake Ade-Adeniji, Razak Ayinla, Modupe Salabiu, Joke Adeleye, Kunle Ibukunle, Seun Odunlami, and Sekinat Salam-Opebiyi.

In a contrasting decision, NEC approved the reinstatement of Delta State Council Secretary, Victor Soroku, after adopting the findings of a fact-finding committee that investigated allegations brought against him. The Council concluded that the evidence did not warrant further disciplinary measures, paving the way for his return.

Beyond disciplinary actions, the meeting addressed broader National concerns affecting Media practice and governance. Issues such as journalists’ welfare, rising insecurity across the Country, the declining State of Government-owned media organisations, and early preparations for coverage of the 2027 general elections dominated discussions.

Insiders told Global Mirror News that NEC expressed concern over the safety of journalists and reiterated calls for improved working conditions, better remuneration, and enhanced professional training across State Councils.

The Council also passed a resounding vote of confidence in the Yahya-led administration, citing ongoing reforms, expanded training programmes, and welfare-driven initiatives aimed at repositioning the NUJ as a more responsive and professional body.

In a communiqué signed by National Secretary Achike Chude, NEC reaffirmed its zero-tolerance stance on indiscipline and emphasized the need for unity, professionalism, and strict adherence to constitutional guidelines in resolving disputes within the union.

The latest developments signal a firm resolve by the NUJ leadership to strengthen internal governance while positioning the union to effectively navigate the evolving media landscape ahead of the 2027 polls.