After destroying opposition, they now want to shoot journalists — ADC slams Tinubu govt
- On Saturday, The African Democratic Congress condemned Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike for threatening to "shoot" Channels Television presenter Seun Okinbaloye following critical comments about Nigeria's political landscape.
- Wednesday's edition of Politics Today sparked the clash when Okinbaloye questioned whether a one-party system could destroy Nigeria's democracy, prompting Wike to accuse the presenter of abandoning professional neutrality.
- A coalition of 14 civil society and media rights groups issued a joint statement condemning the remark as "intimidation" that undermines press freedom in Nigeria.
- Although Wike later clarified he intended no physical harm, critics expressed concern that President Bola Tinubu's government is targeting journalists, noting Nigeria ranks 122 out of 180 on global press freedom indices.
- With the 2027 elections approaching, advocacy groups warned that conditional threats could embolden hostility toward journalists, potentially weakening democratic accountability and press freedom in Nigeria.
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‘Were it possible, I would've broken my TV screen to shoot Seun Okinbaloye’
Following the controversial de-recognition of David Mark-led national executive of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Seun Okinbaloye, while anchoring Channels TV's Politics Today on Thursday, expressed concern over the consequences of Nigeria transiting into a one-party state. The post ‘Were it possible, I would’ve broken my TV screen to shoot Seun Okinbaloye’ – Wike appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
After destroying opposition, they now want to shoot journalists — ADC slams Tinubu govt
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has condemned Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), for threatening to shoot Channels Television presenter Seun Okinbaloye. DAILY POST had reported that Wike, while reacting to the journalist’s comment that a one-party system could destroy democracy in Nigeria, said, “If there was any way to break the screen (of the television), I would have shot him.” ADC spokesman Bolaji Abdullahi, …
Wike’s Threat To Shoot Journalist On Live TV Sparks Outrage
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, is facing a wave of criticism following a controversial comment in which he suggested he would have “shot” a television presenter over remarks made during a live broadcast. The comment, directed at Seun Okinbaloye of Channels Television, has ignited widespread backlash from media groups, civil society organisations, and members of the public. The controversy stems from Wednesday’s edition o…
"Public Servants Have Become Tyrants" — Mr Macaroni Slams Wike Over Threat To Shoot Journalist Seun Okinbaloye
Popular comedian and activist Adebowale Adedayo, known as Mr Macaroni, has launched a blistering critique against the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, following the Minister’s explosive remarks about Channels TV anchor Seun Okinbaloye. During a recent media chat, Wike reportedly expressed intense anger over Okinbaloye’s questioning of the leadership crisis in the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and the risks of a o…
Taiwan blames 'external forces' for blocking BioNTech vaccine deal. China says it had nothing to do with it
The Chinese government has denied it obstructed Taiwan's coronavirus vaccine purchase from BioNTech, after the island's health minister revealed that its deal with the German drugmaker fell through at the last minute due to possible "political pressure."
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