Former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, has apologised for his recent altercation with a Daily Trust reporter and member of the NUJ, in Calabar, few days ago.
In his letter addressed to the National President of NUJ, and made available to The DAILY VENDOR, Fani-Kayode expressed regrets for his response to the reporter and tendered unreserved apology to the union and the Nigerian media.
FFK wrote: “I wish to convey my regrets to the reporter for my response to him and I also wish to express my regrets to the leadership of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) and members of the Nigerian media, whom I hold in high esteem.”
The ex-minister, in the letter, admitted that his reaction to the reporter’s question was ‘disproportionate and unduly harsh’, and pledged to continue with the cordial relationship he has had with the union.
“Thanks for your understanding and be rest assured that I not only hold you, your union and your members in high esteem but that I also remain one of those that is committed to press freedom and free speech in our country.
“I consider myself to be a friend, a supporter and a strong ally of the Nigerian media and my hitherto excellent relationship with members of your organisation and your colleagues spanning over the last thirty years proves this to be the case. I wish you all the very best”, he stated.
