The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Imo State Council, has dissociated itself from the activities of a group operating under the name Association of Imo State-Based Journalists (AIBJ).
In a statement signed by the council’s Chairman, Comrade Ifeanyi Nwanguma, JP, the NUJ said AIBJ is neither recognised, registered nor affiliated with the union.
The council clarified that recognised professional bodies and affiliates within the NUJ structure include the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Nigeria Guild of Editors (NGE) and Correspondents’ Chapel, among others.
It warned members of the public that the NUJ would not be responsible for any transactions, financial dealings, representations, losses or other consequences arising from dealings with AIBJ or anyone claiming to represent the group.
The council also directed all registered and practising NUJ members in Imo State to disassociate themselves from the group, warning that members who violate the directive could face disciplinary action in line with the NUJ Constitution and regulations.
The NUJ urged the public to exercise caution and disregard any claim by AIBJ or its representatives suggesting that the organisation is affiliated with the NUJ Imo State Council.
