By CrossRiverWatch Admin
The Association of Cross River Online Journalists, ACROJ and the management of CrossRiverWatch have saluted the Publisher of TheInvestigator, Mr. Jeremiah Archibong on the launch of the TheInvestigator Journalism Development and Innovation Hub in Calabar, the Cross River State Capital.
The salutations came in a statement issued by the acting secretary of ACROJ, Comrade Jonathan Ugbal and a congratulatory message by CrossRiverWatch Publisher, Citizen Agba Jalingo both issued on Wednesday.
ACROJ in its statement said the commissioning of the hub is a testament to the vision and challenging work of its founders and a significant contribution to the media landscape in Cross River.
The statement quoted the acting Chairman, Comrade Umo Akwang as saying that the hub will, “undoubtedly serve as a beacon of innovation and excellence.”
“ACROJ is confident that the hub will bridge the gap in the provision of invaluable opportunities for journalists, public relations practitioners, civil society actors, and other stakeholders to learn, work and collaborate for the growth of the State and in extension, humanity.”
Furthermore, the statement congratulated the Director, Comrade Jeremiah Archibong, for his vision and pledged the support of ACROJ.
“As a respected member of our Board of Trustees and the immediate past Managing Editor of CrossRiverWatch, your achievements have always been a source of pride for our association. Your new venture aligns perfectly with ACROJ’s mission to promote quality, ethical, and innovative journalism,” ACROJ said.
In a similar vein, the congratulatory message from Citizen Jalingo said the launch showed Mr. Archibong’s doggedness and commitment in bettering society and pledged support while hoping for more of such in the State and beyond.
Read the message below.
Dear Jeremiah,
“On behalf of the entire CrossRiverWatch team, I would like to congratulate our esteemed colleague, Comrade Jeremiah Archibong, on the launch of his new initiative, TheInvestigator Journalism Development and Innovation Hub.
“This is, indeed, a remarkable achievement that demonstrates your passion for and commitment to the journalism profession in Cross River State and beyond.
“We believe that the hub will enhance the quality and professionalism of journalism in Cross River and beyond as well as inspire a new generation of journalists who will uphold the ethics, values, and principles of the profession.
“We are proud of your contributions to CrossRiverWatch as the immediate past Managing Editor where you steered the ship through trying times and contributed significantly to the birthing and growth of the Association of Cross River Online Journalists, ACROJ, and the Agba Jalingo Foundation for Investigative and Accountability Journalism, where you serve as a member of the Board of Trustees.
“We wish you and your team all the best in your endeavors, and we look forward to working with you to promote quality, ethical, and innovative journalism in Cross River State and beyond.
“We look forward to more wins and hope this serves as a catalyst for similar initiatives across the State, and the country.
“Also, we appreciate your partners, especially the ICIR, MacArthur Foundation and The Centre for Information Technology and Development, CITAD for their generous and invaluable contribution to this cause.
“Yours Sincerely,
Agba Jalingo”