News Highlights:
- GOCOP to launch of a landmark publication on Online Journalism
- Book proceeds to fund N2.3 Billion GOCOP Media Centre
A major milestone in Nigeria’s evolving media landscape will be marked on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, with the public presentation of the book, ‘Nigeria Media Renaissance: GOCOP Perspective on Online Publishing.’
Digital TimesNG reports that the insightful publication, produced by the Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP), captures the transformative journey of online journalism in Nigeria.
The event, scheduled for 11:00 a.m. at the prestigious Continental Hotel, Abuja, will be chaired by the Honourable Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris.
Confirming the development, GOCOP President, Maureen Chigbo, noted that the high-profile gathering will attract a cross-section of distinguished guests, including top government functionaries, industry leaders, veteran media professionals, diplomats, representatives of international bodies, and heads of non-governmental organisations.
Alhaji Idris was sworn in as Minister of Information and National Orientation on August 21, 2023, following his appointment by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
With over three decades of experience in broadcasting, newspapering, public relations, and advertising, Idris has brought a wealth of expertise to the role.
His academic background includes degrees in English Studies from Uthman Danfodio University, Sokoto, and Bayero University, Kano.
As an entrepreneur, he established notable media outlets such as Blueprint, WE FM radio station, and Rapid Television in Abuja.
He is a prominent figure in professional associations such as National Institute of Public Relations, African Public Relations Association, Public Relations Consultants Association of Nigeria, and Newspaper Proprietors Association of Nigeria.
As the founder of Bifocal Communications, a leading public relations and communications consultancy, Idris has served both local and transnational corporations.
Beyond his professional endeavours, Idris is committed to social responsibility through the Mohammed Idris Malagi (MIM) Foundation, which has positively impacted many lives.
As a reward for his contributions to the development of his immediate environment and beyond, The Etsu Nupe conferred “Kaakaki Nupe” on him.
A press statement by the GOCOP Publicity Secretary, Ogbuefi Remmy Nweke, quoted the GOCOP president as saying that the proceeds of the book will be used to fund the N2.3 billion GOCOP MEDIA CENTRE, a multi-purpose resource centre comprising a secretariat, a 21st Century library and event halls, among others.
Nweke further noted that the Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP) was established to promote professionalism in online publishing, ensuring its members uphold the fundamental principles of journalism.
Comprising seasoned editors and senior journalists with distinguished career in print and electronic media, GOCOP’s membership has traversed the online publishing, recognizing its pivotal role in shaping the future of journalism globally.
With 120 corporate publishers as members, GOCOP continues to uphold the highest standards of online journalism.
The book presentation is expected to serve as a pivotal forum for reflecting on the current trends, challenges, and opportunities in digital publishing in Nigeria.