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June 17, 2025
Mohammed Idris Malagi, Honorable Minister of Information and National Orientation
Mohammed Idris Malagi, Honorable Minister of Information and National Orientation

FG Pledges to Foster Vibrant Media Landscape

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has again, stated the commitment of the Tinubu Administration to a free, responsible, and vibrant press, underscoring the media’s pivotal role in strengthening Nigeria’s democracy and national development.

Speaking in Abuja at the public presentation of “Nigeria Media Renaissance – Perspectives on Online Publishing”, organised by the Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP), the Minister lauded GOCOP for its leadership and foresight in championing ethical standards and innovation in the digital media space.

“The Federal Government is committed to a free, responsible, and vibrant press that aligns with the enduring core values of journalism — truth, fairness, and accountability,” the Minister said. “We want to work with the media to raise standards, promote media literacy, strengthen public communication, and tell the Nigerian story in a way that inspires hope and galvanises action.”

Idris noted that as Nigeria recently marked 26 years of continuous democratic governance, it was time for sober reflection on the broader responsibilities of democratic leadership and media partnership.

“Democracy, as we must constantly remind ourselves, is not merely the right to vote. It is not an end in itself. It is a means to an end — that end being the upliftment of the living standards of the Nigerian people, the provision of social services, the guarantee of rights and freedoms, and the development of infrastructure that supports economic and human progress,” he said.

The Minister said it is in recognition of the deeper purpose of democracy that President Tinubu has taken bold steps to consolidate democratic gains by resetting the economy from consumption to production through sweeping reforms, investments in critical infrastructure, and the enhancement of social services. “This administration is working assiduously to ensure that democratic governance translates into tangible improvements in the lives of our citizens,” he said.

The Minister emphasised that the digital media, particularly online publishers, have a critical role in the democratic journey by shaping public discourse, holding leaders accountable, and promoting national unity.

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“The media — especially the digital and online media represented here today — has a critical role to play in nurturing our democracy. You are the gatekeepers of information. You shape public discourse,” he stated.

He also sounded a note of caution on the rising menace of fake news, misinformation, and disinformation, saying they are not harmless errors but “threats to public peace, national security, and democratic governance.”

“We have seen how a false report can ignite violence, disrupt markets, or destroy reputations in a matter of minutes,” he said.

The Minister acknowledged that members of GOCOP are not known for disseminating fake news or disinformation. However, he emphasized that they have a responsibility to identify and call out platforms that do by describing such actors as agents of destabilization.

To bolster the fight against fake news and misinformation as well as support professional development in media, the Minister announced that the UNESCO Category 2 Media and Information Literacy (MIL) Institute will commence operations in Abuja by November 2025.

“This initiative will position Nigeria as a global leader in the responsible use of media and information in the digital era. To this end, I urge GOCOP to fully embrace the emerging MIL Institute for its academic and experiential values, and also use the outcomes towards enhancing fact-checking mechanisms,” he said.

The Minister commended GOCOP for authoring the publication, stressing that it’s a conscious effort to reset the tone, ethics, and values that underpin journalism in the digital age. “A renaissance, meaning rebirth, critically suggests innovation, grounded in reflection. It is not just about doing new things — it is about doing things better,” he said.

Dignitaries at the event included the former Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Communication, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, President of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations, Dr. Ike Neliaku; Director General of Voice of Nigeria, Mallam Jibrin Baba Ndace, Managing Director of News Agency of Nigeria, Mr. Ali M. Ali, Director of McArthur Foundation for Africa, Dr. Kole Shetima among others.

Rabiu Ibrahim
Special Assistant (Media) to the Minister of Information and National Orientation.

June 17, 2025

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