By Ade Oyeyemi
The Nigeria Union of Journalists, Ondo State Council, has congratulated Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan on his elevation to the position of Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa.
The union described the appointment as a recognition of Adeniyan’s professionalism, competence and contributions to effective communication of government policies and programmes.
Adeniyan was recently elevated to the position while retaining his existing role as the governor’s Chief Press Secretary.
In a statement issued on Thursday and signed by its Chairman, Prince Leke Adegbite, and State Secretary, Olaoluwa Meshack, the Ondo NUJ said the appointment was a well-deserved recognition of the media professional’s dedication and performance.
The council also commended Aiyedatiwa for the confidence reposed in Adeniyan, expressing optimism that his elevation would strengthen the state government’s information machinery and improve communication with residents.
It noted that his retention as Chief Press Secretary alongside his new responsibility as Special Adviser reflected the governor’s confidence in his ability to advance the administration’s media and publicity objectives.
The union expressed confidence that the appointment would promote professionalism, transparency, timely dissemination of information and stronger relations between the government and the media.
It urged Adeniyan to regard the elevation as a call to greater service and responsibility, while assuring him of its continued support and cooperation.
The council also expressed optimism that his experience would contribute to the development of Ondo State.
Adeniyan is a former Secretary of the Ondo State NUJ Council and a former national officer of the union.
