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GOMEP-NG Urges Legal Intervention For 89-year-old Facing Death Sentence

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The Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria (GOMEP-NG) has urged lawyers, rights groups and the authorities in southeastern Nigeria to review the case of an 89-year-old man reportedly facing execution after nearly a decade in custody. The group said Pa Everestus Okereke and his eldest son, Ugochukwu, were sentenced to death by hanging in September 2022 over a 2016 incident in Imo State that reportedly resulted in the death of another man. GOMEP-NG, in a statement signed by its president, Akpovoke Otiti, said it was not seeking…

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GOMEP-NG Picks Owens-Ibie for 2026 Conference, Targets Electoral Disinformation

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The Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria (GOMEP-NG) has named Professor Nosa Owens-Ibie, PhD, as keynote speaker for its 2026 Annual Conference, Lecture and Workshop scheduled for November 26 in Abuja.   The conference, which will hold at the Maryam Babangida National Centre for Women Development, opposite the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Headquarters, Federal Capital Territory, will examine the role of online media in safeguarding information integrity ahead of the 2027 general elections.   Themed “Securing Nigeria’s 2027 Elections: The Role of Online Media in Information…

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Politicians Are Killing Journalism – GOMEP-NG

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    …..accuses political actors of promoting untrained ‘pressmen’   The Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria (GOMEP-NG) has raised the alarm over what it described as the growing “debasement and bastardization” of journalism practice in Nigeria, accusing government and political appointees and some media practitioners of reducing the profession to a playground for untrained social media operators. The National President of GOMEP-NG, Comr. Akpovoke Otiti, issued the warning while addressing social media handlers and political actors, insisting that the ability to operate a social media account…

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GOMEP-NG Celebrates Mawlid, Urges Nigerians To Uphold Peace, Unity

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  The Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria (GOMEP-NG) has facilitated Muslim faithful across Nigeria and beyond on the occasion of the celebration of the birth of Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him). In a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Tochukwu Eluwa, the guild described the Mawlid celebration as an important occasion for Muslims to reflect on the teachings, virtues and exemplary life of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). GOMEP-NG particularly highlighted the Prophet’s teachings on peace, compassion, justice, tolerance, love and respect for humanity,…

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Nigeria Needs Skilled Workforce, Strong Institutions, Not Economic Summits – GOMEP-NG

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    The Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria, GOMEP-NG, has called for a fundamental shift in Nigeria’s development strategy, urging governments at all levels to prioritise human capital development, strong institutions and long-term planning over short-term political initiatives.   The National President of GOMEP-NG, Comrade Akpovoke Otiti, made the call while speaking on the state of the nation, describing Nigeria’s current situation as “genuinely frightening” and warning that Nigerians could not survive on sentiments and hope alone.   Otiti said Nigeria urgently needed a highly skilled,…

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GOMEP-NG Hails Oborevwori Over Muoboghare’s Appointment As DOU Pro-Chancellor

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The Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria, GOMEP-NG, has commended Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, for appointing Professor Patrick Muoboghare as Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of Dennis Osadebe University, Asaba.   The guild, in a congratulatory message jointly signed by its National President, Comrade Akpovoke Otiti, and National Secretary, Prince Clinton Uba, described Muoboghare’s appointment as well deserved, citing his experience, competence and leadership qualities.   GOMEP-NG said the appointment demonstrated the governor’s commitment to entrusting strategic positions to competent professionals capable…

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Dafinone Receives GOMEP-NG Award, Backs Media Professionalism, Partnersh

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The Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria (GOMEP-NG) has conferred an Award of Excellence on the senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, while seeking a strategic partnership with his office to promote ethical journalism, media professionalism and broader visibility for legislative activities.   The award was presented during a courtesy visit by the Guild’s National Executive Council, led by its National President, Akpovoke Otiti, to Dafinone’s office at the National Assembly.   According to the Guild, the visit was aimed at introducing its leadership, exploring…

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GOMEP Lauds Oborevwori Over 50-Bus Transport Initiative

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The Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria (GOMEP-NG), has commended Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, for the provision of 50 buses to boost public transportation across the state, describing the initiative as a practical demonstration of people-centred governance. The Guild, in a letter dated July 6, 2026, and signed by its National President, Comrade Akpovoke Otiti, said the intervention underscored the Governor’s commitment to improving the living conditions of Deltans and translating the promises of his MORE Agenda into tangible benefits. According to GOMEP-NG, the…

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