Ahead of the 2019 general elections, Director-General, National Broadcasting Commission, Mallam Is’haq Modibo Kawu has stressed the need for broadcaster stations to refrain from broadcasting hate speech and inciting comments. He, however, urged them to exhibit unwavering professionalism in the discharge of their duties. According to him, the broadcaster is always on trial, adding that broadcast stations should also engage veterans to assist in training and mentoring upcoming broadcasters in order to prevent experiential gap. Stakeholders also noted that all stories must be fact-checked before going to press and all political adverts must be vetted by Advertising Standards Panel. Former Director-General of NBC, Mallam Danladi Bako, advocated ethical reorientation for journalists, adding that election results must be verified before going to press.

Source: The Guardian February 12, 2019 02:26 UTC