NGE CONDEMNS NIGER STATE GOVERNOR FOR CLOSING BADEGGI RADIO

NGE CONDEMNS NIGER STATE GOVERNOR FOR CLOSING BADEGGI RADIO

The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) strongly denounces Governor Mohammed Umar Bago’s order to shut down Badeggi Radio, calling it a blatant assault on press freedom and democracy. The Guild reminds that only the Nigerian Broadcasting Commission (NBC) has the authority to sanction media outlets after proper investigation. Arbitrary closures like this echo Nigeria’s dark past under military rule and must stop.

NGE applauds the Minister of Information’s stance and urges the federal government to unseal the radio station immediately while investigations proceed. They insist that accusations of incitement must be proven before any action. A free, independent press is vital for democracy, and the Guild calls on all governments to respect this right and ensure citizens retain access to information.

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