Fakhrul: Numerous journalists participate in brokerage activities for personal benefit

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir Criticizes Journalists, Remembers Mahfuz Ullah

• BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has criticized a section of journalists, alleging that many engage in brokerage for personal benefits.
• He remarked that some journalists prioritize acquiring properties like houses and plots over maintaining journalistic integrity.
• Fakhrul made these statements at a discussion held at the National Press Club on Saturday, marking the posthumous Ekushey Padak award for late journalist Mahfuz Ullah.

Tribute to Mahfuz Ullah

• Remembering Mahfuz Ullah, Fakhrul noted that despite his contributions, he had no personal wealth, and his family had to seek financial help from friends for his medical treatment.
• He acknowledged that the government had honored a talented, intellectual, and patriotic individual with the Ekushey Padak.
• Fakhrul emphasized Mahfuz Ullah’s significant role between the 2014 and 2018 elections, stating that he, along with Mahbub Ullah and Zafrullah, worked to unite various political parties.
• He highlighted Mahfuz Ullah’s deep commitment to democracy and his efforts in bringing together right- and left-wing political groups.

Political Developments and Future Aspirations

• Mirza Fakhrul declared that "fascism has now been overthrown" through a mass movement led by students and the people.
• He expressed optimism about rebuilding Bangladesh and urged everyone to work sincerely towards creating a livable country for future generations.
• He emphasized the role of young leaders in shaping the nation while acknowledging the contributions of past generations.

Attendees

• The discussion was attended by BNP Standing Committee members Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury and Iqbal Hasan Mahmud, Mahfuz Ullah’s brother Mahbub Ullah, interim government Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam, former Secretary Ismail Zabihullah, journalist Golam Murtaza, artist Rokeya Sultana, and Drik’s founder Shahidul Alam, among others.