DEMOCRACY DAY
President Muhammadu Buhari has assured that the government will continue to guarantee the freedom of the Press in the country.
This was stated during his nationwide broadcast address in commemoration of the nation’s ‘Democracy Day.’
Buhari also appreciated members of the press for their doggedness in the struggle for the attainment of democracy since the beginning of nationhood.
He acknowledged that the relationship between the media and successive governments has not always been perfect.
“There is no denying the fact that you have been an effective watchdog for the society, especially in holding public officers to account. It is said that in the course of securing our democracy, some of your colleagues have had to pay a heavy price.
“We will continue to guarantee freedom of the Press as we place a high premium on responsible journalism that is devoid of hate speech, fake news, and other unethical professional conduct,” the President said.
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