The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Information Chapel, has emerged as the Chapel of the Year at the Jubilee Awards Ceremony held to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the NUJ, Ogun State Council.

The colourful ceremony, which marked the grand finale of the Press Week activities, marking the Union's 50 years of existence themed "Truth, Trust and the Press - Protecting Democratic Choice and Rebuilding Public Confidence in Journalism" was held at the Telemedicine Hall, Federal Medical Centre, Idi-Aba, Abeokuta.

Information Chapel clinched the prestigious award in recognition of its outstanding performance, professionalism, unity, and active participation in the programmes and activities of the State Council over the years. The Chapel emerged top following its entry of achievements that centered on member's welfare, a feat that was greeted with loud ovation from members and guests at the hall.

It was a double celebration for the Chapel as two of its members also won individual honours. Mr. Olufunso Obasan was named Information and Public Relations Officer of the Year, while Mr. Leye Sobajo was decorated as Photographer of the Year, in recognition of their dedication, hard work and commitment to the ideals of journalism and public service.

Speaking after receiving the award on behalf of the Chapel, the Chairman of Information Chapel, Mrs. Bolaji Abiodun described the honour as well-deserved and a reward for teamwork, loyalty and commitment of members to the growth of the Union. She dedicated the award to all members of the Chapel and to the Ogun State Government for creating an enabling environment for information managers to thrive.

The Jubilee Awards Night brought together veterans, past leaders of the Council, media executives, government officials and members of the Union across all Chapels, as part of activities to celebrate five decades of impactful journalism and contribution to democracy and good governance in Ogun State.