
Ogun NUJ Call Out Gov. Adeleke, Over Security Aides Attack On Scribe
In a furious move to end the unjust attack of security agents, particularly on pen professionals, in Nigeria, the Nigeria Union of Journalists, Ogun State Council has strongly condemned the unjustifiable, and inhumane attack on its Secretary and a dear colleague of the Council, Comrade Bunmi Adigun, and his cameraman from the Ogun State Television (OGTV), between the overzealous and uncivilized security agents attached to the Governor of Osun State, Governor Ademola Adeleke.
The inhumane attack occurred at Joga-Orile in Yewa North Local Government Area of Ogun State, on Friday, where the Scribe was delivering his duty called for at the event.
Recall, that the harassment of security agents by journalists is becoming a pandemic, and needs to be readressed because journalists are meant to be the fourth estate of the realm.
The reckless and reprehensible behavior towards a member of the press, who was simply carrying out his professional duties, is utterly unacceptable and cannot be tolerated in a democratic society, granted that any form of assault on a journalist is an affront to the fundamental principles of press freedom and the right of citizens to access accurate and unbiased information. The press must remain free, unshackled, and empowered to fulfill its vital role in society.
It is deeply concerning that individuals entrusted with the responsibility of upholding law and order would resort to using excessive force and intimidation against journalists. Such actions not only undermine the integrity of the media but also erode the trust between the government and the people it serves.
We urge Governor Adeleke to take swift and decisive action to hold the perpetrators of this attack accountable and to ensure that measures are put in place to safeguard the rights and safety of journalists as attacks on the press will not be tolerated in any form and that those responsible shall be made to face the full force of the law.
As a unified body, we stand in solidarity with our colleague and strongly demand an immediate public apology to our colleague and a commitment from the Governor of Osun State to uphold the rights and safety of journalists. Any failure to address this matter with the urgency and seriousness it warrants will be viewed as a disregard for the rule of law and an assault on press freedom.
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