By Akanimo Sampson
A refreshing new era of professional reportage of aviation matters in Akwa Ibom State is currently underway.
The Chairman of the state council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, Nsibiet John, is bracing to inaugurate Aviation Correspondents of Akwa Ibom State, ACAKS, as a specialised beat.
The excited Chairman of ACAKS, Dr. Charles Bassey, says the development marks another milestone in Akwa Ibom journalism.
The inaugural ceremony of the new body is billed for Thursday, August 27, at the Isreal Umoh Hall of the NUJ Press Centre in Uyo, the state capital.
ACAKS is a body of professional journalists saddled with the responsibility of covering aviation activities in the state. It focuses on Ibom Air, Victor Attah International Airport, and the role of aviation in driving tourism, trade and investment in Akwa Ibom.
Bassey said in Uyo on Thursday that the Corps will work in partnership with aviation agencies, airlines, and other stakeholders to promote accurate information and project Akwa Ibom as a leading aviation and tourism destination.
He expressed appreciation to the NUJ chief, Nsibiet John, for encouraging specialisation in reporting, and working to uplift the standard of journalism in the state.
He notes that John’s support for journalists engaging in reporting specialised beats has paved way for the formation of the soon to be inaugurated Aviation Press Corps officially known as ACAKS.
Bassey called on all ACAKS members to be seated before the arrival of guests. The dress code for the event is Corporate, English or Native, with ACAKS Identity Card.
Stakeholders from aviation unions, government, and the media are expected to grace the occasion.
