✕NUJ Nominates Bauchi Gov’s Media Adviser, Gidado For 2026 Media ICON Award





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NUJ Nominates Bauchi Gov’s Media Adviser, Gidado For 2026 Media ICON Award 

By Editor 


The National Secretariat of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has approved the recommendation of the award committee on honouring some distinguished Nigerians especially veterans in the Media Profession.




Among the awardees for the 2026 Media ICON award includes the former Deputy President of the NUJ and currently the Special Adviser Media and Publicity to the Bauchi State Governor, Comrade Muhktar Gidado.

Comrade Muhktar Gidado was nominated for this year’s award by the award committee and approved by the National Secretariat of the NUJ scheduled to take place this week in Abuja.

Already the leadership and entire members of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, Bauchi State Council, has congratulated Comrade Mukhtar Gidado on this prestigious, well-deserved honour.

A statement issued by the Secretary of the Council, Isyaka Ismail, described the nomination of Gidado for the 2026 NUJ Milestone Recognition of Media Icons in Nigeria as a reflection of his outstanding contributions to journalism and enduring commitment to the profession and public service.

Bauchi NUJ stated that his recognition celebrates his professional achievements and the positive impact of his work on journalism, media development, and democratic engagement throughout his distinguished career in Nigeria today.

“As a former Deputy National President of the NUJ and a respected media professional, your achievements bring pride to the NUJ family, Bauchi State and inspires colleagues nationwide within the journalism profession today.”

The Council, under Comrade Isah Garba Gadau’s leadership, wishes Comrade Muhktar Gidado continued success and greater accomplishments, and celebrates this well-deserved honour with him and his family on this memorable occasion today.


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