Uzodimma Proposes Media Centre to Honor Dokpesi

Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma proposed the establishment of a national media centre in honour of the late media mogul Raymond Aleogho Dokpesi during the third Raymond Aleogho Dokpesi Annual Diamond Lecture, titled “Media, Democratic Consolidation and Development,” held in Abuja. Uzodimma pledged to lead the campaign for this centre, which aims to promote research and development journalism, highlighting the media's contribution to national development.

He stated that preserving Dokpesi's legacy involves protecting press freedom and ensuring credible journalism. The governor stressed the interconnectedness of media, democracy, and development, asserting that citizens require reliable information to exercise their democratic rights.

He called for collaboration among government, media organizations, and citizens to strengthen democratic institutions and urged media practitioners to uphold professional standards. Additionally, he warned against misinformation and divisive narratives.

Raymond Dokpesi Jnr., Chairman of DAAR Communications Plc, encouraged young Nigerians to engage in democracy, emphasizing the importance of the Permanent Voter Card.