The Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP) has inaugurated a new executive committee, with veteran journalist and publisher Danlami Nmodu, mni, elected as the association’s President.

The inauguration followed the Guild’s Annual General Congress held in Lagos and marks a leadership transition from the immediate past President, Dr. Maureen Chigbo, publisher of RealNews.

Other members of the newly elected executive committee include Mr. Olumide Iyanda (Deputy President), Mr. Sufuyan Ojeifo (General Secretary), Mr. Akeem Oyetunji (Deputy General Secretary), Ms. Ngozi Onyeakusi (Treasurer), Mr. Moses Ebosele (Financial Secretary) and Ms. Kemi Yesufu (Publicity Secretary).

In his acceptance speech, Nmodu expressed gratitude to members for their confidence and pledged to uphold the values, ideals and constitution of the Guild.

“I take the responsibility of this office seriously. Our members will always come first. I promise to work harmoniously with other executive officers and members to take GOCOP to a higher level of growth within the online publishing community in Nigeria,” he said.

Founder of NewsdiaryOnline, Nmodu further assured members that his administration would prioritize human capital development and create business opportunities for online publishers across the country.

The presidential election was the only contested position, with Nmodu securing 63 votes, defeating Mr. Segun Adeleye, while other officers were returned unopposed.

Chairman of the GOCOP 2025 Electoral Committee, Mr. Yusuf Ozi-Usman, revealed that of the 120 registered members, 114 were eligible to vote and be voted for.

A total of 80 members attended the congress physically, with 71 voting in person and nine participating through e-voting.