Janet Samuel, Abuja
The Minister Councilor to the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China, Zhang Yi has said that the role of journalist has not only enhances the friendship between the two countries but has brought about the prosperity and strong ties.
The Minister who made this known at the 5th Annual Table Tennis Tournament between the Chinese embassy and Nigeria Union of Journalist NUJ FCT Council said in a situation of war and conflicts, information is important and true journalist are needed to tell the true story , which makes the role of journalist very crucial.
while appreciating the Journalist for their hard work and dedication in making their activities noticed in Nigeria, Mr yi called for more partnership and strong ties.
He appreciated all the media house’s present for disseminating the true story between China and Nigeria , nothing that without Journalist, the Chinese will not be able to get a better knowledge of Nigeria, and everyone.
” The result of hard work and dedication of journalist that Nigeria and Chinese where able to have a better knowledge of their activities in the country Nigeria”
“their role is so meaningful, and the role of journalist has not only enhance the friendship of the two countries, but contributing to the prosperity and strengthening the ties between the two countries”
While appreciating the Chinese Cultural Center in Nigeria for playing other important role of communication between the two countries, the Minister urged them to continue to raise the bar of the good relationship.
On his part, the the FCT Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalist, Comrade Partrick Osadebamwen who appreciated the Chinese Government for their contribution to the development of Nigeria also commended their efforts for the partnership between the Nigeria Union of Journalist
He Said the health benefits of table tennis is very important to all Journalists in their day- to -day activities in other to keep fit.
While saying the relationship between Nigerian and Chinese has been very robust, added that there has been an increase in the trade record between the two countries, adding that the high rate of employement resulted from the businesses situated in the country by Chinese.
The Chairman said the program is a noble thing which is about the health benefits and the interest of the members of the union.
Highpoint of the event was the presentation of the cup to the overall male winner, Tenabeso Bibiye of Africa Independence Television AIT and the female winner, Yang Yuen from the Chinese embassy.
