NGE Demands Apology from The Nation Over Conference Critique

The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) responded to The Nation newspaper's editorial titled “Journalists Failed Journalism,” which criticized the Guild's management of the 22nd All Nigeria Editors Conference held in Enugu. The NGE, represented by President Eze Anaba and General Secretary Onuoha Ukeh, demanded an apology, stating that The Nation's conclusions were unfounded.

The editorial questioned the participation of Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), and Prof. Pat Utomi, a party chieftain, suggesting a lack of political neutrality. The NGE clarified that their invitation to these figures did not equate to an endorsement of the NDC.

The Guild emphasized that the conference aimed to address significant national issues, including democracy and journalism, and had invited leaders from major political parties to ensure a balanced discussion. They highlighted efforts made to engage various political stakeholders, including personal outreach by Anaba and Ukeh to encourage participation.