Nigeria’s Minister of Information and National Orientation, Muhammad Idris, has called on the media to remain vigilant in safeguarding Nigeria’s 24 years of continuous democratic experience.
The Minister of Information stated this when the Executive Council of the Nigeria Guild of Editors (NGE) paid a courtesy visit to his office in Abuja.
“Nigeria’s path to democracy was one that we all fought hard for, with the media playing a leading role in the fight against the military dictatorship. So now, 24 years later, the media is at this critical juncture. We should not be seen as being complacent. What we must do is maintain and strengthen our long-standing support for democracy,” Idris said.
He assured the NGE leadership led by President Eze Anaba that the government is fully committed to the consolidation of democratic values, especially adherence to the tenets of freedom of the press, and that the media will prioritize the preservation of Nigeria’s statehood. He added that it is respected as a lighthouse. Democracy, peace, unity and national security in the reporting of national issues.
The minister further explained that the reform agenda of President Tinubu’s administration is in full swing, saying, “Nigeria is on the path to new socio-economic progress, but it also comes with teething problems, which is why the media is constantly focusing on the positive.” It should reflect their attitude.”
He said that despite the need to alleviate the high cost of newsprint, the Tinubu administration has through special interventions to alleviate the pains associated with running the media, such as providing single-digit loans through the Bank of Industry. He added that he would continue to support the media. Top priority.
NGE Chairman, Eze Anaba, earlier said that the 20th All Nigeria Editors Conference (ANEC) to be held in Bayelsa State will be a landmark event with the theme of economic growth and development strategies in the resource-rich country. He said he promised. It fits Nigeria’s current realities and the urgent need for solutions.
The 20th All Nigeria Editors Conference (ANEC) is scheduled to be held from November 6 to 9, 2024 in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State.
The 20th All Nigeria Editors Conference (ANEC) is scheduled to be held from November 6 to 9, 2024 in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State.
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