Jerry Needam

Jerry Needam (born 2 March 1966) is a journalist, newspaper publisher and politician from Rivers State, a reverend and diocesan media communicator of the Christ Army Church of Nigeria (CACN), former editor of the Ogoni Star newspaper, and owner of the Nigerian weekly tabloid National Network. He is Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to Felix A. Obuah, the Rivers State People's Democratic Party chairman. He is also a former Spokesperson of the Action Congress of Rivers State.

Early life and education

Jerry Needam was born on 2 March 1966 in Rivers State, Nigeria.

He trained as a journalist and worked in the media industry before becoming involved in politics. He served as editor of the Ogoni Star newspaper and later established the National Network newspaper.

Political career

Jerry Needam became involved in politics in Rivers State while continuing his career in journalism and media publishing. He served as spokesperson of the Rivers State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

He later served as Special Adviser on Media to Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike.

Awards and honours

2024 – Lifetime Achievement Award, Rivers State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), presented during the council's Press Week activities.

Personal life

Jerry Needam is married to Promise Jerry-Needam. He is also a member of the Christ Army Church of Nigeria, where he has served in ecclesiastical roles and was elevated to the rank of Reverend Canon.