Ogun NUJ, Ready for Political Debate

The Nigeria Union of Journalists Ogun State Council has affirmed that the Union is ready to hold a political debate for the candidates of all parties present in Ogun State.


The statement was issued today by the Chairman of Ogun NUJ 2019 Political Debate Committee, Comrade Lanre Ogunyinka at the Press Centre, iwe irohin, Abeokuta, Ogun State.

In his statement which read “Distinguished members of the Press, it is with great pleasure that I announce the commencement of our much awaited 2019 Ogun NUJ Political Debate.”

The initiative of the debate is aimed at enhancing an informed decision of the electorates in the State towards electing candidates of their choice that are capable of delivering robust governance for the socio-economic development of the State.
Gentlemen of the Press, we wish to boldly state that we are prepared not to drop the ball for this year”s edition.

The Chairman acknowledged that all political parties in the state has been duly informed “Before now, we have written to all political parties operating in the State, informed them and solicited their participation and support.”

Cautions has also been made regarding any candidate that may want to make “hate speech” or cause any unrest
“Equally, by our visit and robust discuss with almost all the State Security outfits, it is evident that this occasion, would also stand out as most peaceful, orderly and unique in terms of process and results.
Consequently, we implore all stakeholders involved to remain law abiding, as their security is guaranteed throughout the entire process.”

The first leg of the debates therefore comes up on Friday, 1st February, 10am at the NUJ Hall, Iwe Irohin fielding the Ogun Central House of Representatives and the Senate Candidates.