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Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has strongly denounced the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike's, recent remark towards broadcaster Seun Okinbaloye, labelling it a dangerous threat rather than an attempt at humor. Abubakar stated that such language from a government official is a sign of increasing intolerance and abuse of power.
On Friday, multiple delegates and journalists faced barriers at Eagle Square during the ongoing 8th National Convention of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Security forces used tear gas to manage the crowd as many struggled for entry.
Musikilu Mojeed, President of the International Press Institute (IPI) Nigeria, has called on the police to treat journalists as allies and ensure their protection, especially during the upcoming elections. He highlighted past incidents of harassment and unlawful detention of media practitioners.
The International Press Institute Nigeria (IPI Nigeria) has urged Acting Inspector General of Police Tunji Disu to prioritize the protection of press freedom and cease the harassment of journalists. This appeal follows Mr. Disu's recent appointment as IGP.
Kani Ben, a cameraman for Channels Television, succumbed to spinal injuries sustained in a severe motor vehicle accident in Bauchi State. He was part of a journalist team covering a project commissioning event when the tragedy occurred.
Aishatu Bala Mohammed, the First Lady of Bauchi State, showed support to injured journalists at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital following their involvement in a road accident while on duty. Her visit came a week after Governor Bala Mohammed visited the victims.
On Friday, 13 journalists suffered injuries in a serious vehicle accident while they were covering a project commissioning by the North-East Development Commission (NEDC) in Bauchi. The crash occurred on the Yashi-Yelwan Duguri Road.
Local medics report that Israeli military actions have resulted in the deaths of at least 11 Palestinians, including several children and journalists, in Gaza, complicating an ongoing ceasefire.
