AWARD: NPC to Honour Taraba PDP Governorship Candidate Bwacha at National Media Summit.

By Jako Keke, [Jalingo Times] October 28, 2026.

The Nigerian Press Council (NPC) is set to honour Senator Emmanuel Bwacha, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Taraba State for the 2027 elections, at its National Summit on Fake News and Excellence in Media Leadership scheduled for Wednesday, October 28, 2026, in Abuja.

The recognition, according to a statement by Joshua Yohanna Nafinji, Senior Special Assistant on Media to the senator, is in acknowledgment of Bwacha’s contributions to media development, responsible journalism, efforts to combat fake news and commitment to national development and public service.

Bwacha is expected to chair the summit, while the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa, will deliver the keynote address at the event scheduled for 11:30 a.m. at NICON Luxury Hotel, Abuja.

The summit is also expected to attract prominent Taraba indigenes and other dignitaries, including the PDP National Deputy Chairman (North), Hon. Yusuf Akirkwen, SAN; Bwacha’s running mate, Engr. Aminu Zakari; and serving and former members of the National Assembly.

Congratulating the senator on the recognition, Nafinji described the honour as a testament to his years of service, leadership experience and contributions to society, expressing confidence that the recognition would further inspire his commitment to national development.

Bwacha, a former member of the National Assembly, is seeking to become governor of Taraba State on the platform of the PDP in the 2027 general elections.

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