**Kebbi NUJ Fires Back at Ex-NLC Leader over Gov's Media Coverage** In a recent controversy, a former President of the Nigeria Labour Congress, Abdulwaheed Umar, sparked debate with claims that the media in Kebbi State has failed to report the achievements of the state government and its people. But the Correspondents' Chapel of the Nigerian Union of Journalists, Kebbi State chapter, has swiftly rejected these claims as misleading and unfair. Umar made the comments during an NLC retreat at the Presidential Lodge in Birnin Kebbi, where he reportedly toured parts of the state to verify projects executed under Governor Nasir Idris. His assertion that the media has not given the state sufficient publicity has been met with rebuttal from the NUJ. The Chairman of the Correspondents' Chapel, Alhaji Kabiru Wurma, in a statement, described Umar's comments as uninformed and disparaging to practising journalists in the state. Wurma pointed out that journalists in Kebbi have consistently reported on government policies, projects, and public engagements since Governor Idris's inauguration in 2023. He noted that coverage of infrastructure projects, education reforms, healthcare interventions, and security efforts has been extensive and verifiable. The NUJ chairman further emphasized the cordial working relationship between the media and the state government, insisting that reportage has reflected tangible progress and developmental milestones recorded so far. Interestingly, the NUJ chairman recalled that during a visit to Kebbi in October 2024, the current NLC President, Joe Ajaero, commended the governor's performance and acknowledged the steady flow of positive media reports from the state. This highlights the disconnect between Umar's claims and the reality on the ground. The Correspondents' Chapel has called on Umar to retract his remarks and respect the professional work of journalists in Kebbi. They have emphasized that, in the digital era, records of media coverage are easily accessible online, making it difficult to dispute the veracity of their reports. The controversy highlights the increasing importance of media coverage in the Nigerian context, where information dissemination is crucial for good governance and accountability. It also underscores the need for responsible commentary and fact-checking to avoid misinformation and undermine public trust in the media.