Mati Appointed Jigawa NUJ Veterans Committee Chairman
By Lynn Adda
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Jigawa State Council, has announced the formation of a Veterans Committee under the leadership of Comrade Mati Ali—a veteran journalist and media strategist with nearly four decades of professional experience.
Comrade Mati Ali
This is contained in a Press Release signed by the Jigawa State Secretary of the Nigeria Union of Journalists NUJ, Comrade Aisha Ahmed.
Comrade Ali, who is currently the Personal Assistant on Media and Publicity to the Minister of Defence, was the immediate past Managing Director of Radio Jigawa.
He had previously held key positions within the NUJ, including Chairman of the Jigawa State Council and National Trustee.
Other members of the Committee are Habibu Nuhu Kila, Fahad Muhammad and Salmanu Adamu Rishi while Muhammad Hussaini will serve as the Kwalam Secretary.
Comrade Aisha Ahmed, explained that the Veterans Committee was created to harness the vast knowledge, experience, and insights of retired journalists for the growth and development of the Union.
“The committee will serve as both an advisory body and a mentorship hub, while also ensuring the welfare and continued recognition of our veteran members,”.
The committee is also tasked with organizing mentorship and knowledge-sharing programmes between retired and younger journalists, and providing guidance on how best to integrate veterans into NUJ activities and honours.
“This strategic initiative reaffirms the NUJ Jigawa State Council’s commitment to honoring journalistic excellence and fostering a strong, intergenerational professional community”.
