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Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has assured continuous working with the media as partners and critical allies in his determination to entrench transparency, accountability and openness in governance in Gombe State.
The Governor gave the assurance in a goodwill message on the occasion of the 2024 World Press Freedom Day.
Inuwa Yahaya who is the Chairman of the Northern States Governors Forum (NSGF) urged working Journalists in Nigeria to continue to uphold their roles as watchdogs of the society and guardians of public interests while embracing the responsibilities that come with their profession.
The Governor also commended media practitioners in Gombe State for their dedication to promoting democratic ideals, emphasizing the crucial role of the Press in enlightening the public about government policies and global developments.
While recognizing the impact of digital era on press freedom and journalists’ safety, the Governor emphasized the need for responsible journalism in the face of evolving challenges.
The World Press Freedom Day, he said, serves as a call to affirm the importance of cherishing information as a public good, and exploring what can be done in the production, distribution and reception of content to strengthen journalism, and to advance transparency and empowerment while leaving no one behind.
He noted the impact of the digital era on the freedom of the press, the security of journalists, and access to information which he said are needed for achieving set objectives.
The Governor advised them to always guard against fake news and misinformation as well as ensure accurate and balanced reportage of events and activities as contained in a statement by Ismaila Uba Misilli, Director-General (Press Affairs), Government House, Gombe.