The Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, has referred to as on the Federal Government and safety companies to end attacks on journalists within the nation.
The name was contained in an announcement issued by NUJ President, Alhassan Yahya, to mark the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists, noticed on November 2nd.
Yahya expressed fear over the continued circumstances of intimidation, arbitrary arrests, bodily assaults, cyberbullying and different types of violence focused at journalists whereas finishing up their reputable duties.
“Failure to prosecute those responsible for such attacks poses a serious threat to press freedom, undermines the rule of law and weakens democratic governance,” he mentioned.
The union urged safety companies to respect the constitutional position of journalists and to see the media as companions in selling accountability and democracy.
It additionally referred to as on authorities establishments, media organisations, civil society teams and worldwide companions to collaborate in setting up efficient security mechanisms and emergency assist programs for journalists, particularly these working in high-risk areas.
The NUJ reaffirmed its dedication to defending press freedom and making certain the safety of media professionals, insisting that no journalist ought to have to threat their security, freedom or life for reporting the reality.
