The Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP) has called for membership applications from professional journalists who are into online newspaper publishing.

GOCOP is a convergence of seasoned journalists who are publishers of online newspapers, with the sole of aim of setting standards for online journalism practice.

In a statement on Thursday, GOCOP said the major criteria for membership include 10 years unblemished journalism practice.

The statement, signed by Chairman of the Membership Screening Committee of GOCOP and Publisher of Metro Watch Online, Collins Edomaruse, said membership of the Nigeria Guild of Editors (NGE) is an added advantage for anyone seeking to join the association.

The statement by Edomaruse said further enquiries should be made via email: ayothisday@yahoo.com, and mobile numbers: 08023000029 and 08093000029.

•Photo shows GOCOP Membership Screening Committee Chairman, Collins Edomaruse.