Key Points
- Tinubu urges media to inform with integrity.
- Media is seen as essential for national growth.
- Collaboration urged to build a resilient economy.
President Bola Tinubu has called on Nigeria’s media professionals to prioritize truthfulness and integrity in their reporting, emphasizing the critical role they play in shaping national development.
Speaking at the All Nigerian Editors Conference in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, Tinubu urged media stakeholders to be steadfast in their responsibility to inform the public with accuracy and transparency.
Media as catalysts for national growth
The conference, held under the theme “Economic Growth and Development Strategies in a Resource-Rich Country,” underscored the media’s significant influence on Nigeria’s progress.
Addressing attendees through the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, Tinubu reiterated the media’s pivotal role as “custodians of public perception,” responsible for guiding national discourse and promoting development.
Tinubu, as reported by Vanguard, described media professionals as “essential gatekeepers of information, amplifying the voices of the people while holding power accountable.”
As the country faces economic headwinds, Tinubu acknowledged calls from media representatives for stronger support for the industry, stressing its potential to shape public understanding and advance governmental policies.
Harnessing resources for a resilient economy
The President also reiterated his commitment to leveraging Nigeria’s vast human and natural resources to fuel a more diversified, resilient economy.
He emphasized that, through strategic collaboration between the government, citizens, and media, Nigeria could overcome its economic challenges and emerge as a leading global player. “Together, we can transform this country into one of the world’s most prosperous nations,” Tinubu said, reaffirming his administration’s dedication to creating an inclusive economy that ensures prosperity for all.
He concluded by reiterating that this goal lies at the heart of his mandate, driving his vision for a united and thriving Nigeria.
