The People's Democratic Party Governors' Forum (PDP-GF) has extended warm congratulations to Nigerian journalists on the occasion of World Press Freedom Day 2024.
In a statement issued on May 3, 2024, the PDP-GF, led by Senator Bala Mohammed, Governor of Bauchi State, emphasized the importance of press freedom and the crucial role journalists play in promoting democratic values and environmental awareness.
The PDP-GF highlighted the significance of this year's World Press Freedom Day theme, which focuses on the role of journalism and freedom of expression in addressing global environmental challenges.
The forum commended journalists for their efforts in reporting on critical environmental issues and called for the protection of media professionals in their pursuit of accurate information.
In the statement, the PDP-GF acknowledged the challenges journalists face in Nigeria and urged the government to take steps to ensure their safety and freedom of expression.
The forum also emphasized the importance of media diversity and the promotion of media and information literacy programs to foster a more informed society.
Governor Bala Mohammed and the PDP-GF called for the immediate release of imprisoned journalists in Nigeria, stressing the importance of upholding the rights of media professionals as outlined in Article 19 of the 1948 Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
The forum expressed solidarity with the Nigerian media community and expressed hope for a future in which freedom of expression and the pursuit of truth are universally respected.
As Nigeria marks World Press Freedom Day 2024, the PDP Governors' Forum's message serves as a reminder of the critical role journalists play in safeguarding democracy and promoting environmental awareness.
The forum's call for the release of imprisoned media professionals underscores the importance of protecting press freedom and the rights of journalists in Nigeria and around the world.
