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In a move that bridges the worlds of journalism and sports administration, the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Benue State Council has extended heartfelt congratulations to veteran reporter and Bureau Chief of The Nation Newspaper, Comrade Emmanuel Uja, on his appointment as Director of Media for Lobi Stars Football Club, Makurdi. The appointment, made by His Excellency, Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, Executive Governor of Benue State, has been hailed as a fitting recognition of Uja’s decades-long dedication to ethical journalism and truth-driven reporting.
Under the leadership of Comrade Bemdoo Ugber, the NUJ described Uja as a thoroughbred professional whose integrity, experience, and leadership have earned him widespread respect across Nigeria’s media landscape. His new role at Lobi Stars is seen not just as a personal reward but as a strategic step to strengthen ties between sports management and credible media outreach in Benue and beyond.
The union expressed strong confidence that Uja will bring his trademark professionalism, passion, and creativity to elevate the club’s public image, enhance its brand, and contribute meaningfully to the growth of sports communication in the state. As one of Benue’s most prominent football institutions, Lobi Stars stands to benefit from Uja’s deep understanding of narrative, audience engagement, and crisis-free reporting.
Once again, the NUJ warmly congratulates Comrade Emmanuel Uja and wishes him divine guidance, wisdom, and success as he assumes his new responsibilities. For a man who has spent years holding power to account through the pen, this appointment marks a new chapter—one where he now helps shape the story of pride, unity, and excellence on the pitch.
