Nigeria's Minister Calls for Media-Government Collaboration

During the 2026 World Press Freedom Day commemorative event held at the Radio House in Abuja, Mohammed Idris, the Minister of Information, urged for stronger collaboration between the media and government institutions to address the growing threat of disinformation and misinformation. He stated that collective action is essential to protect public trust and stabilize the nation.

Idris reaffirmed the Federal Government's commitment to press freedom as a fundamental right guaranteed by the constitution. He condemned all forms of intimidation and attacks against journalists, asserting that such actions weaken democratic institutions.

The Minister noted that the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has taken deliberate steps to enhance transparency and access to information while sustaining media engagement. Rabiu Ibrahim, the Special Assistant to the Minister of Information, supported Idris's statements, highlighting the need for coordinated responses to the evolving information ecosystem, particularly regarding misinformation spread through digital platforms.

Dr. Binyerem Ukair also addressed the event, emphasizing the importance of collaboration across institutions to strengthen press freedom.