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Another Attempt to Silence Media - Atiku Slams NBC Code of Conduct Advisory
The commission said it will enforce the Nigeria Broadcasting Code more strictly as presenters, politicians and stations face sanctions for breaches.
- On Friday, the National Broadcasting Commission warned broadcasters to ensure strict adherence to the Nigeria Broadcasting Code, citing a rise in ethical breaches ahead of the 2027 general elections.
- The commission expressed concern over an increase in breaches of the 6th Edition of the Nigeria Broadcasting Code, describing a "crisis" in the professionalism of programme anchors and presenters across news and political programming.
- Henceforth, any presenter found to have "expressed personal opinion as fact, bullied or intimidated a guest, or denied fair hearing to opposing views" will be held accountable, the NBC stressed, demanding "strict and uncompromised compliance."
- On Saturday, Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar described the advisory as an attempt to "muzzle the media," warning that "heavy-handed directives" risk silencing dissent rather than promoting ethical journalism.
- The NBC maintains its mandate to monitor stations and enforce sanctions for violations, though critics argue the timing and tone suggest a government agenda to control public narratives during the electoral period.
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Another attempt to silence media - Atiku slams NBC Code of Conduct advisory
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‘Attempt to muzzle media’ — Atiku faults NBC advisory, calls it pre-election censorship
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar says the recent advisory issued by the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) is an attempt to stifle free expression and silence dissent in the media. The NBC had, on Saturday, cautioned presenters against presenting opinions as facts or intimidating guests. The commission also warned that as Nigeria enters a critical electoral period, the airwaves must not be used to propagate misinformation. Reacting…
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