World Press Day: Reporters enjoyed unfettered freedom under my government, says Buhari
President Muhammadu Buhari says Nigerian journalists enjoyed “unfettered freedom” under his administration. THE CABLE reports.Information Guide Nigeria
In a statement on Wednesday, Femi Adesina, special adviser to the president on media and publicity, said Buhari felicitates with the media on World Press Freedom Day.
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Live, Study and Work in Canada. No Payment is Required! Hurry Now click here to Apply >> Immigrate to Canada“President Muhammadu Buhari rejoices with the media on the occasion of World Press Freedom Day, celebrated every May 3 internationally,” Adesina said.
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“This year’s celebration marks 30 years since the UN General Assembly’s decision proclaiming an international day for press freedom, and the president says the landmark is a tribute to media professionals, who risk their lives to keep society informed and educated.NYSC Portal
“On this year’s theme, ‘Shaping a Future of Rights: Freedom of expression as a driver for all other human rights’, President Buhari is delighted that the rights of Nigerian journalists have been protected and upheld in the past 8 years.
“We have kept the faith. We have ensured that Nigerian journalists have had unfettered freedom to practice their art, and on this occasion of World Press Freedom Day, we recommit to that resolution, even as we wind down in office.”
Adesina said the president also charged “media professionals to continue to be patriotic, work for the cohesion of the country, and exercise their freedom with a high deal of responsibility.”JAMB Result
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