The training workshop, which was organised in conjunction with the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) Imo State Council and the Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) Imo State chapter, had the theme "Upgrading strategic communication competencies in the digital era," and was sponsored by the state government.
As a result, the state government charged practising journalists in the state with professionalism and adherence to the noble profession's ethics.
Speaking for the state governor, Hope Uzodimma, the state commissioner for information and strategy, Hon. Declan Emelumba, said that the governor has approved the continuous sponsorship of the training workshop annually.
According to him, the training would centre on digital competence and information and communication technology (ICT
He stated that the training would provide participants with the skills and knowledge required for accurate reporting and effective media service delivery, as well as challenge journalists in the state to be professional, emphasising that the media profession requires practitioners to be prudent, disciplined, intellectually competent, and of good conduct in their daily assignments.
In his remarks, the state NUJ Chairman, Comrade Ifeanyi Nwanguma, thanked the state government for sponsoring the workshop.
He said that the knowledge acquired from the workshop would help enhance the service delivery of the participants in the modern digital era.
According to him, "it would also help prepare the journalists to report the outcomes of the coming general elections and other happenings in the state credibly and professionally."
He further said, "The theme of this workshop, "Upgrading Strategic Communication Competences in the Digital Era," is germane as we work within the 21st century, characterised by dexterity in information and communication technology (ICT).
"It is appropriate because media practitioners must be trendy and flow with the tides of the times," he continued.
"There is a need to embrace the skills of the digital age in order to transact in digital trends for effective media delivery." This will also help in preparing each and every one for higher roles and better relevance going forward.
News Source: Championnews.com.ng
