Minister Mohammed Idris Advocates Media Innovation in Abuja

On October 22, Nigeria’s Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, called for media organizations to embrace innovation and adapt to technological changes at the launch of Media Trust Group’s converged newsroom in Abuja. This facility integrates the organization’s newspaper, television, radio, and digital operations into a unified system.

Idris stated that the long-term survival of media organizations relies on developing sustainable business models alongside maintaining press freedom and professional journalism. He commended Media Trust Group for its investment in the converged newsroom, marking its evolution into a multimedia enterprise.

The minister also urged the organization to promote investigative excellence and responsible storytelling, especially as Nigeria approaches the 2027 general elections. He emphasized the need for stronger fact-checking and fairness in political coverage to combat misinformation.

Additionally, Deputy President of the Nigerian Senate, Senator Barau Jibrin, praised Media Trust as a trailblazer in northern Nigeria’s media industry, highlighting its successful expansion into broadcasting and digital media.