Ri: An open letter to the Governor UBA Sani

The petition presumably written by some journalists against Malam Ibraheem Musa, secretary of the Church press (CPS) to the Governor Uba Sani of the State of Kaduna, is without foundation, harmful and guided by envy. It is designed to obscure the reputation of an expert journalist with over 30 years of exemplary service. The accusations are not only unfounded, but they also smell of a coordinated campaign by individuals threatened by the commitment of Musa for professionalism and integrity. Below is a refutation point by point of these spurious statements.

1. Prittant of honorary journalists:

The statement that Malam Ibraheem Musa retained Honoria intended for journalists is ridiculous and challenges the logic. Musa, a veteran journalist and former publisher of Daily Trust and Blueprint, has made a career on ethical journalism and equity. Its integrity is insignificant and the idea that “would go down to the immorality” with the abandonment of honorary is absurd. If delays occur, they are probably bureaucratic and not orchestrated by the CPS. In addition, the role of Musa is a consultant, not operational, the tax authorities are managed by their respective ministries, not by the CPS office.

2. Comparison at the Welfare Agency of the Pilgrims of Kaduna:

The accusation according to which Musa engaged in a physical altercation with a journalist at the Yunusa Muhammad Makarfi office is a clear falsehood. Musa, a man in the late 1950s with a distinct career, would never have resorted to such a non -professional conduct. This statement is a manufacture destined to paint it as violent, which contradicts its behavior known as a professional of principle calm and principle. If a disagreement occurred, it was probably a verbal exchange – common in media clubs – but certainly not a fight. The story stinks of exaggeration and malice.

3. Distribute the Government information

The statement that Musa deprives information journalists is ridiculous. As a journalist who worked with new Nigerian newspapers, Daily Trust and Blueprint, Musa includes the importance of the Freedom of Information Act (Foi) and the role of the media as a fourth seal of the Kingdom. The claim of having blocked ministerial briefing at the Nuj secretariat is misleading. If the briefing were moved to the government chamber, it was probable for logistical or security reasons, not for malice. In addition, Musa facilitated access to accredited journalists, guaranteeing only state events only verified professionals.

4. Restoration towards journalists

The statement that Musa hosts resentment towards local journalists is unfounded. His involvement with social media bloggers and online journalists is not second to anyone. I am a living witness of his generous acts extended to online bloggers, who are also a beneficiary his kind consideration; involving so many assignments. If it gives priority to national stores, it is because they have a wider scope, not for contempt for local media. The role of Nuj is to credit journalists and the insistence of Musa on professionalism should not be misunderstood as a prejudice.

5. By diverting the main positions

The accusation that Musa “diverted” the visit of Seyi Tinubu and the meeting of the Northern Governors forum is another manufacture. Like CPS, Musa’s duty includes the coordination of media coverage for high profile events. If access was limited, it was probably due to space constraints or security protocols, not a personal revenge. The statement of having presented a “favorite list” of journalists is a standard practice to guarantee order, not favoritism.

In a final note: this harmful campaign against a respectable professional is non -patriotic. The petition is nothing more than a work of ax of discontented elements trying to undermine the credibility of Musa. His track record speaks alone: ​​decades of journalistic excellence, strategic communication roles in the APC campaigns and a reputation of fairness. The governor UBA Sani, a leader to the media, would not keep Musa if he were toxic as presumed.

We urge the audience to ignore this petition as a work of the Malizia producers. Ibraheem Musa remains a pillar of ethical journalism and a vital resource for the state of Kaduna.