Methodist Church Nigeria Appoints Rev. Ihedigbo Editor of Methodist News
The Media Conference of the Methodist Church Nigeria has appointed Rev. Stanley Ihedigbo as Editor of Methodist News, the Church’s official news publication.
The appointment was announced by the Head of the Media Conference and Editor-in-Chief of Methodist News, Very Rev. Godwin Enenche, who said it was part of efforts to strengthen the publication’s editorial quality and professional management.
Rev. Ihedigbo, a Methodist minister and experienced journalist, is Publisher/Editor-in-Chief of The Mirror Newspaper, a national publication with print and digital platforms. His background in journalism, newspaper publishing, editorial management, communication and media strategy is expected to boost Methodist News.
Very Rev. Enenche said the Media Conference considered Ihedigbo’s professional experience and understanding of both the Church and the media industry as vital to the publication’s continued development. He described Methodist News as an important platform for reporting the activities, programmes, achievements and contributions of the Methodist Church Nigeria, adding that effective editorial leadership was necessary to sustain its relevance and credibility.
He noted that the media remained a key instrument for communicating the Church’s mission to members and the wider society, expressing confidence that the new Editor would bring his wealth of experience to the assignment.
The appointment comes amid rapid transformation in the media landscape, with readers increasingly turning to digital platforms, social media and online publications. Ihedigbo is expected to develop content that serves both traditional readers and digital audiences of the Methodist Church Nigeria.
As Editor, he will provide editorial direction and coordinate news stories, features, interviews, reports and other materials. He will also work with Church leadership, the Media Conference, dioceses, ministers, correspondents and contributors to ensure effective coverage across the Church.
Reacting to his appointment, Ihedigbo thanked the Church leadership for the confidence reposed in him. He specially appreciated the Prelate of the Methodist Church Nigeria, His Eminence Dr. Oliver Ali Aba, JP, for his exemplary leadership and commitment to the Church’s growth, and the Secretary of Conference, Rt. Rev. Dr. Babatunde Taiwo, for his administrative support and quality leadership.
He pledged to justify the confidence reposed in him and to work closely with the Media Conference and other stakeholders to keep Methodist News credible, informative and professionally managed. He also promised to uphold responsible journalism, accuracy, fairness, professionalism and integrity.
The Media Conference is expected to provide institutional support as the new Editor pursues the publication’s editorial objectives. With Ihedigbo’s appointment, expectations are that Methodist News will remain a reliable platform for reporting the life, mission and activities of the Methodist Church Nigeria.
