By Shuaibu Usman
Consistency, quality, professionalism and network are critical to run a successful media outlet in Nigeria and across the world.
Mukhtar Wakeel, a veteran journalist and media entrepreneur, stated this when he hosted a broadcast journalist, Toni Rein, in his office.
Wakeel said professional excellence must be adhered to, stressing that the slip in professionalism has amounted to the several challenges being experienced by media houses and owners.
He said requisite knowledge of the field is crucial to succeed as manager or founder of media establishment, affirming that adequate support and consistent supervision are required to excel.
The media expert advised government and corporate establishments to seek the services of professional media consultants to render seamless media services to them, insisting that productivity should be a watchword in journalism and media services.
Wakeel, who is the Founder/Publisher of Nasarawa Newsline Newspaper, equally advised media owners to adhere to global best practice, challenging journalists to compete favourably in carrying out their gatekeeping and agendasetting duties to bridge social gaps.
On the level of fake news in the society, he disclosed that journalism should not be seen as “social media banditry”, enjoining the society to remove the seeds from the chaffs.
Speaking, Toni Rein, the radio host of Inside The Box, commended the media expert for his contributions to professional development.