Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State has applauded media practitioners in the state for their commitment to enlightening and sensitizing residents on government policies and programmes as well as updating Nigerians on developments around the world through their reportage and editorial contents.
In a goodwill message in commemoration of World Press Freedom Day, Governor Yahaya charged journalists in the state to continue to uphold the ethics of their profession by promoting the ideals of democracy, justice, accountability, peace and unity.
While making reference to the theme of this year’s celebration, “Shaping a Future of Rights: Freedom of expression as a driver for all other human rights,” the Governor underscored the imperative of Journalists, utilising the enabling element of freedom of expression to enjoy and help protect all other human rights as watchdogs of the society and voice of the people.
He said journalists should in turn always guard against fake news and misinformation as well as ensure accurate and balanced reportage of events and activities.
Governor Yahaya gave them the assurances to continue to work with the media as partners and critical allies in his determination to entrench transparency, accountability and openness in governance in Gombe state.
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