Minister Idris: No Journalist Arrested Or Detained Under Tinubu’s Administration

Minister Idris: No Journalist Arrested Or Detained Under Tinubu’s Administration

During a press briefing in Abuja to mark World Press Freedom Day, Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, affirmed that no journalist has been incarcerated under the leadership of Bola Tinubu for practicing responsible journalism. He emphasized the government’s commitment to safeguarding journalists’ interests and upholding press freedom, noting that the media enjoys significant freedom in Nigeria…..READ ALSO FG Needs Your Support To Make Nigeria Better– Information Minister To Nigerians

Idris clarified that while the government values responsible media coverage for its role in enlightening and informing the public, spreading falsehoods and misinformation does not constitute genuine press freedom. He reiterated President Tinubu’s recognition of the media’s importance in promoting transparency and accountability through credible and timely reporting.

However, recent events appear to contradict the minister’s assertions, with the arrest and prolonged detention of journalist Segun Olatunji and Chika Victor Ibezim’s brother, raising concerns. Olatunji was reportedly held for 14 days over a publication deemed defamatory towards the Chief of Defence Intelligence, while Ibezim has been detained for over eight months due to allegations against his brother regarding the former Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola.

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