The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council has called on all journalists in Abuja to participate in the 2025 Press Week symbolic “Walk for Press Freedom.”
Chairman of Council, Grace Ike, described the walk as the highlight of the 2025 Press Week, themed “Journalism in a Changing World: Media, Press Freedom, Democracy & Society.”
The walk, scheduled for Monday, 21st July 2025, at 0600GMT in Abuja, will advocate press freedom and highlight the vital role of journalists in Nigeria’s democracy.
It will also demonstrate solidarity, raise awareness on challenges facing the media, and engage colleagues, stakeholders, and supporters of the free press.
Ike urged all NUJ FCT members to turn out in large numbers, saying it was important to “Amplify the collective voice of journalists and affirm our commitment to upholding press freedom in Nigeria.”
Explaining the significance of press freedom, she stated that “Freedom of the press is the cornerstone of democracy,”adding that “Without a free press, truth is silenced,” and stressed that “Free press is non-negotiable.”
Ike further said, “Press freedom protects our right to know,” noting that “Journalists speak for the voiceless — support their freedom,” while warning that “Censorship kills democracy — defend press freedom.”
She also declared that “A free press holds power accountable,” emphasising that “Press freedom is essential for justice and transparency,” and stating that “Information is power — keep press free.”
Reaffirming her position, Ike maintained that “When the press is free, society thrives,” and urged everyone to “Stand up for truth, stand up for press freedom.”
PIAK