IPI Nigeria to Commission Press Freedom Hub in Abuja
The Nigerian chapter of the International Press Institute (IPI Nigeria) has announced plans to commission a new headquarters and Press Freedom Hub in Abuja on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, as part of activities marking this year’s World Press Freedom Day.
The facility, located along the Kado Expressway in the Federal Capital Territory, is expected to serve as a strategic operational base for advancing press freedom, safeguarding journalists, and strengthening independent media practice in Nigeria.
The Secretary of IPI Nigeria, Ahmed I. Shekarau, disclosed this in a statement, noting that the centre represents a major milestone in the organisation’s ongoing efforts to protect media professionals and promote responsible journalism.
Speaking on the initiative, the President of IPI Nigeria, Musikilu Mojeed, said the new hub would play a critical role in deepening media advocacy and enhancing the safety of journalists across the country.
“The centre will anchor our media advocacy programmes and accelerate efforts to promote press freedom and protect journalists facing threats and censorship,” Mojeed said.
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He added that the facility would also serve as a platform for periodic assessments of media freedom and journalist safety, while supporting policy and legal reforms aimed at strengthening independent journalism.
According to him, the hub is designed to foster constructive engagement between the media and government, creating an environment that supports transparency, accountability, and democratic governance.
IPI Nigeria is affiliated with IPI Global, an international network of editors, media executives, and leading journalists spanning more than 100 countries.
Founded in 1950, the global body has remained a key advocate for press freedom and media independence for over seven decades.
In Nigeria, IPI was established in the 1970s by notable media pioneers, including the late Alhaji Lateef Jakande, the late Alhaji Ismaila Isa Funtua, Chief Segun Osoba, the late Malam Wada Maida, and Chief Sam Amuka-Pemu.
Since then, the organisation has played a leading role in defending press freedom, promoting ethical journalism, and supporting the safety and welfare of media practitioners.
The commissioning of the Press Freedom Hub is expected to bring together journalists, media executives, policymakers, and civil society actors, reinforcing Nigeria’s commitment to upholding freedom of expression and a vibrant media landscape.
By PRNigeria
