NUJ Names DSS Director-General Ajayi 'Man of the Year' for Media-Security Partnership
Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has honored the Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS), Mr. Ajayi, with its "Man of the Year" award.
- The award recognizes Ajayi's role in fostering a partnership between the media and security agencies.
- This recognition highlights efforts to improve collaboration and understanding between journalists and the DSS.
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has bestowed its prestigious "Man of the Year" award upon the Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS), Mr. Ajayi. The honor celebrates his significant contributions to building a stronger relationship between the media and the nation's security apparatus.
Based in Abuja, the NUJ's decision to recognize Mr. Ajayi underscores his efforts in fostering a crucial partnership between journalists and the DSS. This collaboration is seen as vital for enhancing security reporting and ensuring a more informed public discourse on security matters.
The award signifies a positive development in the often complex relationship between the press and security agencies in Nigeria. Mr. Ajayi's leadership in promoting this media-security partnership is acknowledged as a key factor in creating a more conducive environment for both journalism and national security.
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has conferred its prestigious โMan of the Yearโ award on the Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS), Mr. Ajayi for fostering media-security partnership.
Originally published by ThisDay in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.