Nigerians have been urged to strengthen partnership with journalists to enhance their proficiency as the \u2018watchdogs of the society\u2019. Paulinus Nsirim, Rivers State Commissioner for Information and Communications, reiterated this at the opening ceremony of the Correspondents\u2019 week on Monday in Port Harcourt.<\/p>\n
Represented by Celestine Ogolo, Director, Public Enlightenment, Ministry of Information, the commissioner spoke on the year\u2019s theme \u201cSurvival of Journalists in Security and Economic Uncertainties in Nigeria; focus on Strategic Reporting of the Maritime Sector\u201d.<\/p>\n
Decrying the hazards and restrictions faced by journalists in the course of their duties, the Commissioner said adequate measures especially in terms of access to information, remuneration and insurance would enable journalists compete effectively with their contemporaries.<\/p>\n
He, however, frowned at the attitude of some journalists on issues of solidarity to colleagues who find themselves in endangered situations while also enjoining them to prioritize their safety and well-being.<\/p>\n
Also, the Chairman of the chapel, Amaechi Okonkwo, noted that the essence of the correspondence week was to enable members observe a period of review, self-examination and relax with colleagues as they round up the year\u2019s activities.<\/p>\n
\u201cThere is a need for journalists to reflect on their survivability especially in the midst of the covid \u2013 19 pandemic and other anti-social vices in the society\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
Also speaking, a guest speaker, Jossy Nkwocha, Head of Corporate Communications, Indorama Petrochemicals and Fertilizer Group commended the chapel for the theme of the event.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe theme of the week was apt, especially in the area of knowing how journalists can leverage on their profession to enhance economic sustainability\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
Nkwocha also advised Journalists to strive towards developing their academic potentials for further opportunities.<\/p>\n
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