THISDAY Correspondent David-Chyddy Eleke Honored as Anambra Journalist of the Year

Anambra State correspondent of THISDAY Newspaper, David-Chyddy Eleke has been named Anambra Journalist of The Year 2024 by Anambra First Media Awards.

Eleke who was nominated in the category alongside two other journalists; Mr Izunna Okafor and Egwebuike Celestina Chukwuebuka, emerged the winner in the category.

The award was presented to him by the Organisers of the event through the Commissioner for Health in Anambra State, Dr Afam Obidike who commended the resilience and courage of the journalist and congratulated him on the award.

Earlier, a representative of Anambra First Media Award, Mr Daniel Ezeigwe had said in his opening address that the event which is in its maiden stage was thought up to celebrate media practitioners who are exceptional.

He said: “We are here to celebrate those who work hard everyday, projecting the image of Anambra in positive light to the world. We are here to celebrate craft and and creativity in the media space.

“These people have been chosen by their fans who have been following them. We choose to begin this Anambra First Awards because someone has to lead, and Anambra is the fastest growing media brand in the nation today and we want to celebrate those that have not been celebrated enough and celebrated at all.

“This may look quite modest because it is our maiden outing, but I assure you it can always get better. What we are doing here is to spur media people to continue to tell stories that will shape society, hold leaders accountable and project positive messages of our state to the outer world. We love your craft and we are here to celebrate you.”

Earlier, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Anambra Advertising and Signage Agency, Mr Tony Odili Ujubuonu delivered a keynote address with the theme: Media role in reshaping our society and advancing our collective progress.

Other journalists who bagged awards included: Mr Gab Okpalaeze, Lifetime Achievement Award in Journalism; Mr Izunna Okafor, Investigative Journalist of the year, and Mrs Ngozi Obileri, Best Feature Story Of The Year.

Eleke while reacting to his award said: “I’m pleased that someone somewhere is monitoring the little effort I put in from my corner. This award will spur me to continue to tell stories that will educate people, reshape society and also hold leaders accountable. I’m pleased to be announced a winner.”

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