By Chidi Ugwu
The Abuja Transport and Aviation Correspondents Association (ATACA), has elected new executives for 2025 to 2027.
The election, which was keenly contested in Abuja on February 12, 2025 after the expiration of the previous Exco, saw Ejike Ejike emerge as the new chairman of the association after defeating his opponent, Jude Idu with 18 to seven votes.
According to a statement signed by Kasim Sumaina, Public Relations Officer of ATACA,
other members elected as the new executive include Francisca Ogar, who was elected as the vice chairman after defeating Gabriel Agbeja with 18 to seven votes.
Tyavzua Saanyol, emerged general secretary of the association; with Nnaemeka Ihenacho, emerging as the assistant secretary; Adeola Akinbobola, emerged as the new treasurer.
Joke Falaju, Chidi Ugwu and Kasim Sumaina retained their position as the financial secretary, welfare secretary and public relations officer (PRO) of the association.
In his acceptance address, the new chairman, Ejike said he would harness the potentials of all ATACA members to ensure that the association moves from strength to strength.
He urged members to cooperate with the new executives, while pledging to ensure improved welfare, equity and justice at all times.
Earlier, the immediate past chairman of the association, Mr. Oru Leonard charged members to be united for common purpose and carry out their duties professionally in order to serve the Nigerian public, who depend on the media for information.
ATACA is a body of journalists covering the Aviation, Marine & Blue Economy and the Transportation sector in Abuja and its membership is drawn from almost all the major media platforms in Nigeria.
The association prioritize investigation, research and professional journalism, creating a platform for information in the above sectors to be shared among members.
