Goodluck Orders Investigation Into Kidnap Of 14 Journalists By Militants

Governor Emmanuel Uduaghan of Delta State, yesterday, condemned the kidnap of 14 journalists by ex-militants in Oproza, Gbaramatu Kingdom, Warri South-West Local Government Area of the state.Uduaghan, who spoke during the 2014 press week of the state council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, described the incident as unfortunate.Disclosing that President Goodluck Jonathan had ordered full investigation into the kidnap incident, the governor added that those found guilty would be punished.Saying that President Jonathan meant well for the state by approving the $16 billion project to be sited in the state despite the agitation of other states, he noted that it was unfortunate for the President to be accused of hating the people of the state and asking him to resign.According to Uduaghan, the project was enough to absorb many Nigerians if allowed to kick off.He thanked the leadership of the NUJ in the state for the way they have piloted the affairs of the union, noting that the unity of members was of positive benefit to all.Stressing the need for the union to check quackery in the profession, the governor urged journalists to report the 2015 elections responsibly, adding that a word from journalists could change the whole state