The veterans commended the peaceful conduct of the council’s election and the smooth inauguration of the new executive team, describing the process as a positive development for the journalism profession in the state.
In a statement jointly signed by the LVJ Chairman, Gboyega Amoboye, and Secretary, Gbenga Onayiga, the association expressed satisfaction with the successful transition and congratulated the new leadership on its emergence.
The group also expressed optimism that the Akodu-led administration would sustain and strengthen the existing cordial relationship between the League and the Lagos NUJ Council.
According to the statement, the new executives have the experience and integrity required to take the premier NUJ council to greater heights and further strengthen its standing within the journalism profession.
The League further assured the new leadership of its continued cooperation and support in promoting responsible journalism, professional ethics and good governance.
It urged the Akodu-led administration to build on the existing relationship between both organisations while working towards the advancement of journalism and the interests of media practitioners in Lagos State.
