…says unity will drive development across the zone
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!The Managing Director of Freedom Square TV and immediate past President of the Nigerian Publishers Association (NPA), Dr. Uchenna Cyril Anioke, has called on media practitioners of Greater Awgu cultural zone to close ranks and work collectively toward the progress and development of the area.
Dr. Anioke made the call on Sunday, March 15, 2026, while hosting a monthly meeting of Greater Awgu media professionals at his residence in Enugu.
Addressing the gathering, he described Greater Awgu—comprising Awgu, Aninri, and Oji River Local Government Areas—as a hub of highly skilled and intellectually endowed media professionals capable of redefining the narrative of underdevelopment in the zone.
He noted that the media remains a critical instrument for societal transformation, stressing that practitioners from the area possess the capacity to set a viable development agenda not only for the zone but also for Enugu State at large.
According to him, the dominance of Greater Awgu indigenes in the ownership and management of media platforms within the state places them in a strategic position to influence public discourse and champion developmental initiatives.
Dr. Anioke urged practitioners to begin to see themselves as a formidable force in shaping public opinion, fostering unity, and drawing attention to the vast human and natural resources within the cultural zone.
He emphasized that collaboration among professionals of shared heritage would enhance collective growth, strengthen representation, and create opportunities across both public and private sectors.
The media executive further observed that many sons and daughters of Greater Awgu are already making significant strides in journalism, broadcasting, public relations, and digital media across the country. He, therefore, encouraged the consolidation of networks that would facilitate idea exchange, mentorship, and sustained advocacy on issues affecting their communities.
While calling for sustained professionalism, Dr. Anioke charged the practitioners to uphold ethical standards in reporting and maintain constructive engagement with leaders and institutions. He added that such an approach would not only advance the interests of Greater Awgu but also contribute meaningfully to state development efforts and national discourse.
He concluded by urging members of the media community from the zone to remain steadfast in safeguarding the interests of their people by holding elected officials, as well as cultural and religious leaders, accountable.