Newly elected members of GOCOP NEC
The Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke, has congratulated the newly elected members of the National Executive Council (NEC) of the Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP), led by the publisher of Newsdiary online, Danlami Nmodu, mni. Also elected at the Guild’s Annual General Congress in Lagos yesterday, October 9, were Sufuyan Ojeifo as General Secretary; Kemi Yesufu as Publicity Secretary; Olumide Iyanda as Deputy President; Akeem Oyetunji as Deputy General Secretary; Ngozi Onyeakusi as Treasurer and Moses Ebosele as Financial Secretary.
In the message by his spokesperson, Alhaji Olawale Rasheed, Governor Adeleke described the emergence of the new helmsmen and women as a testament to professionalism, integrity and the growing strength of the Nigerian online media space.
According to him, the new leadership team brings a wealth of experience and vision to the Guild.
“I warmly congratulate the newly elected leaders of GOCOP, particularly Mr. Danlami Nmodu as President, Mr. Sufuyan Ojeifo as Secretary-General, and Ms. Kemi Yesufu as Publicity Secretary. Their victory is well-deserved and a reflection of the confidence their colleagues have in their capacity to lead with transparency, fairness, and dedication.”
The Governor commended the Guild for conducting a peaceful and credible election, emphasizing that such internal democracy strengthens institutions and reinforces public confidence in the media.
He advised the new leadership to remain steadfast in upholding journalistic ethics, promoting fact-based reporting, and combating the spread of misinformation and fake news which threaten social harmony and national development.
“The media remains a vital pillar of democracy. As a government that values openness and accountability, we count on GOCOP to continue setting standards for responsible journalism in the digital age.”
Governor Adeleke encouraged the new executive to build on the achievements of the predecessors and to continue to foster unity, professionalism and innovation within the online publishing community.
The Governor wished the new GOCOP leadership a successful and impactful tenure that would further strengthen the role of the media as a partner in nation-building.
This was even as a group, Northern Nigeria Minorities Group (NNMG)
congratulated particularly Danlami Nmodu, Sufuyan Ojeifo and Kemi Yesufu on their
emergence as President, Secretary-General, and Publicity Secretary respectively, at thr just-concluded election.
The group also felicitated with other officers elected to serve in various capacities within the
Guild.
The group, convened by the former chairman of the Nigerian Union of Journalists, Federal Capital Territory (FCT) chapter, Jacob Edi, said that the emergence of the new NEC is a strong affirmation of the trust and confidence reposed in
their integrity, competence and commitment to the advancement of ethical journalism
in Nigeria.
The group said that the election of these distinguished professionals is a reflection of
their long-standing dedication to the growth and credibility of the online media space.
“Their track records of fairness, depth, and responsibility stand as enduring examples of what journalism should represent in a rapidly evolving digital era.
“In the same vein, the NNMG urges the new GOCOP leadership to intensify efforts to rid
the profession of fakes and quacks whose activities continue to undermine public trust in journalism.”
The group asked GOCOP to set clear standards and enforce guidelines for the establishment and operation of online news platforms in order to ensure
professionalism, accountability, credibility and sustainability in the fast-growing digital
media environment.
The NNMG advised the new leadership to continue to uphold the highest ideals of integrity, objectivity and national responsibility as well as encouraging
members to produce content that not only informs and educates, but also promotes
national unity and mutual understanding across Nigeria’s diverse communities.
“Once again, the NNMG warmly congratulates the new GOCOP leadership and wishes them a successful tenure, defined by innovation, inclusivity and excellence in service to the journalism profession and to the nation.”
