NUJ Jigawa Polls Rocked by Allegations of Voter Disenfranchisement
The upcoming Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) election in Jigawa State has sparked controversy, with journalist Ahmad Muhammad Yalleman accusing the union of lacking transparency and fairness in the process.
Yalleman, with over 15 years of experience at the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) and a background in sports journalism, was recently denied the right to vote in the election.
He believes the decision to disqualify him was based on arbitrary grounds and possibly hidden motives.
Yalleman, a former chairman of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) in Jigawa, believes the introduction of last-minute rules is an attempt to manipulate the outcome.
He has argued that his qualifications, reputation, and years of service within the journalism community make him a legitimate member of the NUJ and eligible to vote.
In an article titled NUJ Election in Jigawa: A Test of Credibility and Transparency, Yalleman has vowed to expose any attempts to undermine the election’s integrity, urging members to choose leaders based on merit and integrity rather than manipulative tactics.
Read the article below:
NUJ Election in Jigawa: A Test of Credibility and Transparency
Ahmad Muhammad Yalleman
The forthcoming Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) election in Jigawa State has sparked controversy and raised concerns about the credibility and transparency of the electoral process. Ahmad Muhammad Yalleman, a seasoned journalist with over 15 years of experience working with the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA), has been denied the right to vote in the election, citing questionable grounds.
Yalleman, a specialist in sports journalism and former chairman of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Jigawa State chapter, has questioned the criteria for NUJ membership and expressed concerns about the introduction of last-minute rules designed to disqualify opponents. He argues that his qualifications, experience, and track record of hard work make him an ideal candidate for the union.
The controversy surrounding Yalleman’s eligibility has brought to the fore issues of fairness, transparency, and accountability in the NUJ election process. Many are questioning the motives behind the decision to deny Yalleman’s voting rights and whether it is an attempt to manipulate the outcome of the election.
As the election approaches, stakeholders are urging voters to demand a free, fair, and transparent process. Yalleman has vowed to expose any attempts to undermine the integrity of the election and has called on voters to choose leaders based on merit and integrity.
The outcome of the election will likely have implications for the NUJ in Jigawa State, and it remains to be seen how the concerns raised by Yalleman and others will be addressed. Will the NUJ leadership prioritize credibility and transparency, or will the interests of a select few prevail?
The election serves as a critical test of the NUJ’s commitment to democratic principles and its ability to uphold the rights of its members. As the journalists’ union, it is essential that the NUJ sets a high standard for transparency, accountability, and fairness in its electoral process.
The question on everyone’s mind is: Will the NUJ election in Jigawa State reflect the principles of democracy, or will it be marred by controversy and allegations of manipulation?
Only time will tell.
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