*NUJ OGUN-EAST CHAPEL PARTNERS WITH POLICE TO COMBAT FAKE JOURNALISM*



The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ogun-East Independent Chapel, has taken a significant step in the fight against fake journalism by meeting with the Ijebu-Ode Police Area Commander, ACP Yusuf Wasiu. The meeting aimed to strengthen collaboration between the NUJ and the police in tackling the menace of fake journalism in the district.


- *Collaboration*: The NUJ and the police have agreed to work together to identify and prosecute fake journalists in the Ogun-East Senatorial District.

- *Task Force*: A newly constituted task force, led by Comrade Dairo Johnson, will play a crucial role in upholding professional standards among journalists operating in the area.

- *Support*: ACP Yusuf Wasiu has pledged his full support for the initiative, drawing from his experience as a former journalist with Tempo magazine.

- *Commitment*: The NUJ reaffirmed its commitment to eliminating fake journalism within Ogun-East, particularly in Ijebuland.¹ ²


*Quotes from the Meeting:*


- "We are here today to establish a working relationship and formally introduce our new Chapel to the Police authorities in Ogun-East. This is a call to action against fake journalism in our region," 

- Comrade Oluseun Oduneye, Chapel Chairman.

- "Fake news on social media has become a serious issue for all of us. We are ready to fight this battle together, and you have my support at all levels," 

- ACP Yusuf Wasiu.


The NUJ Ogun-East Independent Chapel was inaugurated in August 2025 to promote professionalism and combat fake journalism in the region. 

The chapel's establishment is part of the NUJ's efforts to sanitize the media landscape and uphold ethical standards in journalism.

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