The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Kaduna State Council, has congratulated Comrade Isaiah Benjamin, a proud member of the Kaduna Council, on his well-deserved re-election as President of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN).
A statement jointly signed. by the Council Chairman and Secretary, Comrades AbdulGafar Alabelewe and Gambo Santos Sanga described Benjamin’s re-election as a testament to his exceptional leadership qualities, professional competence, commitment to sports journalism and the confidence reposed in him by sports writers across the country.
‘The Council noted that Benjamin’s emergence for a second term is not only a personal achievement but also a source of immense pride to the Kaduna journalism community, particularly the NUJ Kaduna State Council, which has continued to identify with his professional accomplishments and contributions to the media industry.
“The Council commended him for his remarkable efforts towards the growth and development of sports journalism in Nigeria, expressing confidence that his second tenure would be more impactful and bring greater progress to SWAN, its members and the wider sporting community.
“The Kaduna NUJ Council further expressed optimism that his continued leadership would strengthen collaboration, unity and mutual respect among journalists and professional media associations, while creating more opportunities for the welfare, growth and professional development of sports writers across the country.
“The Council also reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining a cordial and productive relationship with SWAN, noting that the renewed understanding between the two bodies would further promote unity within the journalism profession and eliminate unnecessary divisions among media practitioners.
“The Council prayed that Almighty God would grant Comrade Isaiah Benjamin continued wisdom, strength, good health and the capacity to successfully discharge the responsibilities entrusted to him, while leading SWAN to greater heights during his second term.
‘The NUJ Kaduna State Council once again congratulates its own, Comrade Isaiah Benjamin, on his re-election and wishes him a successful and highly rewarding second tenure. The Council is confident that his leadership will bring greater progress to SWAN, the sporting community and the journalism profession in Nigeria”, the statement concludes.
Full list of Elected SWAN Officials :-
President: Isaiah Kemje Benjamin (JP)
Deputy President: Nyong Bonny Silas
Secretary General: Ikenna Okonkwo
Deputy Secretary General: Samuel Ahmadu
Treasurer: Amusan Olufemi Ayorinde
Financial Secretary: Ijeoma Nwante
Vice President, North-East: Samuel Gangwaja
Vice President, North-West: Zaharadeen Saleh
Vice President, South-South: Azuka Chiemeka
Vice President, South-East: Ikemefuna Asika
Vice President, South-West: Ayodeji Ogunsakin
