9 h. ago NUJ applauds DSS for releasing journalists, upholding press freedom

The Sun The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has praised the Department of State Services (DSS) for the swift release of two journalists, Ruth Marcus and Keshia Jang of Jay 101.9 FM, Jos, who were detained while covering the funeral of the late mother of APC national chairman, Professor Nentawe Yilwatda Goshwe. The journalists were […] The post NUJ applauds DSS for releasing journalists, upholding press freedom appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago NUJ FCT demands urgent action on insecurity, press freedom, journalists’ welfare

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, has demanded that urgent action be taken by the federal and state governments to address the rising cases of insecurity across the country. Chairman, NUJ FCT Council, Grace Ike, in an independence day message, noted that it is the constitutional duty of the […] The post NUJ FCT demands urgent action on insecurity, press freedom, journalists’ welfare appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Nigeria @ 65: NUJ FCT demands urgent action on insecurity, press freedom, journalists’ welfare

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja As Nigeria marks 65 years of independence, the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, has demanded that urgent action be taken by the federal and state governments to address the rising cases of insecurity across the country. Chairman, NUJ FCT Council, Grace Ike, in an independence day statement on Wednesday, […] The post Nigeria @ 65: NUJ FCT demands urgent action on insecurity, press freedom, journalists’ welfare appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago NGE chides security agencies over abuse of Cybercrime Act, vows to protect journalists

By John Ogunsemore The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has vowed to deploy all legal means to protect journalists exercising their freedom of the press against law enforcement agencies abusing the Cybercrime Act. This is part of an eight-point resolution contained in a communique issued after the NGE Standing Committee meeting held in Jos, Plateau […] The post NGE chides security agencies over abuse of Cybercrime Act, vows to protect journalists appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Editors express concern over growing attempt to suppress press freedom, freedom of expression

Tribune Online Editors express concern over growing attempt to suppress press freedom, freedom of expression THE Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting high standards of editorial leadership and protecting press freedom. The guild also disclosed that it noted the challenges journalism as a profession faces in Nigeria, most especially the growing attempt to suppress press freedom and freedom of expression. This was contained in a […] Editors express concern over growing attempt to suppress press freedom, freedom of expression Tribune Online

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8 d. ago NGE celebrates World News Day, reaffirms commitment to press freedom

The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has joined the global media community in marking World News Day, celebrated annually on September 28, reaffirming its unwavering commitment to fact-based journalism, editorial integrity, and the defense of press freedom. In a statement jointly signed by NGE President, Eze Anaba, and General Secretary, Onuohe Ukeh, the Guild emphasised […] The post NGE celebrates World News Day, reaffirms commitment to press freedom appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Amnesty International raises alarm over weaponisation of law against journalists

Tribune Online Amnesty International raises alarm over weaponisation of law against journalists Amnesty International has raised fresh concerns over the rising attacks on press freedom in Nigeria, warning that the state is increasingly weaponising the law to Amnesty International raises alarm over weaponisation of law against journalists Tribune Online

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