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Africa-Press – Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>As part of the ongoing 2025 Press Week, members of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council, held a peaceful March on Monday in solidarity for press freedom, human rights protection and a better work environment.<\/p>\n

The solidarity march, known as \u201cWalk for Press Freedom\u201d, attracted over 200 members carrying different placards such as \u201cWithout a free press, truth is silenced\u201d, \u201cPress freedom protects our right to know\u201d, \u201cJournalists speak for the voiceless \u2014 support their freedom\u201d, \u201cCensorship kills democracy \u2014 defend press freedom.<\/p>\n

Chairman of the NUJ FCT Council, Comrade Grace Ike in her address during the solidarity march described the walk as a strong message that a free press is non negotiable and a vital part of any successful democracy. She noted that the media in Nigeria continues to play a key role in standing for truth and defending democracy.<\/p>\n

She said, \u201cToday, we are here as proud journalists, united under the NUJ FCT Council, walking together for press freedom, media rights, and democratic values. This isn\u2019t just a symbolic event \u2014 it shows that the media in Nigeria stands firm as a guardian of truth and democracy.\u201d<\/p>\n

She stressed that without a free press, society suffers \u2014 people\u2019s voices are silenced, and the search for truth is hindered. She added that journalism plays a vital role in promoting good governance, accountability, and protecting people\u2019s rights, which is why this year\u2019s theme is \u201cPress Freedom, Democracy, Media and the Society.\u201d<\/p>\n

Grace Ike pointed out that in a time of economic hardship and increasing threats to media freedom, journalists must resist censorship, harassment, and violence. She acknowledged the importance of journalists who give voice to the voiceless and help keep those in power in check.<\/p>\n

She appealed to the government, civil society, and the public to support and defend press freedom, saying democracy cannot thrive without a strong and independent media. She also urged for better welfare and professional treatment for journalists who risk their lives to keep the public informed.<\/p>\n

She said, \u201cWe must stay united and committed to ethical journalism, stand against false information, and adapt responsibly to the changing media world. This year\u2019s theme reminds us that freedom of speech supports all other human rights.\u201d<\/p>\n

She concluded by saying that through the walk and other Press Week activities, NUJ FCT is making it clear, \u201cWe will not be silenced. We will keep pushing for a media space that respects rights, supports democracy, and gives everyone a voice.\u201d<\/p>\n

Stressing on the importance of press freedom, chairman of the planning committee, Mrs Evelyn Onyilo said, \u201cGenuine democracy will only thrive if the press is free. Any other thing short of that is unacceptable and against the ideals of democratic practice.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are amplifying voices this morning to say that press freedom is non-negotiable, should not be taken for granted and those in power should not see journalists as enemies but partners in progress and we must find a middle ground to ensure that democracy works in Nigeria.\u201d<\/p>\n

Also speaking at the event, Vice Chairman of the Council, Ndambabo Yahaya, said the walk was meant to highlight the importance of press freedom in Nigeria.<\/p>\n

\u201cPress freedom is not a favour \u2014 it\u2019s our right. It\u2019s the foundation of all other freedoms,\u201d he said, urging the government and other stakeholders to work together to protect it.<\/p>\n

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