Articles by International Press Centre (IPC)
Radio station invaded by commission officials
Nigeria’s International Press Centre calls for the investigation and prosecution of Economic and Financial Crimes commissioners for their abuse of power.
MRA, IPC and CEMESO adopt Lagos Plan of Action in collaboration with Global Rights
Nigerian media advocacy groups pledge to hold government accountable for media freedom violations through rigorous tracking and documentation of attacks on journalists.
Horrific end for Nigerian broadcaster Hamisu Danjibga
The International Press Centre urges police to carry out a thorough investigation into gruesome murder of Hamisu Danjibga.
Demands for a thorough investigation into death of Pelumi Onifade intensify
The MRA, IPC and MFWA have collectively launched a 30-day social media campaign seeking justice for Nigerian journalist Pelumi Onifade, who was shot and killed 3 years ago.
IPC establishes centre for safety of journalists
The International Press Centre is concerned by the growing number of attacks against journalists, which is a strong indicator of the deteriorating media freedom situation in Nigeria.
Journalists battered during Nigeria’s two elections
The International Press Institute calls on Nigeria’s government to take action against attackers that assaulted journalists during elections.
The biggest threat to the safety of women in Nigeria’s media is poor welfare
Research carried out by the International Press Centre and the Media Foundation for West Africa indicates that the challenges faced by women journalists in doing their work include harassment, sexual advances, threats, and prejudice.
Nigerian Media Code of Election Coverage evaluated
Diverse media stakeholders assess and review the sector’s compliance with contents of Nigeria’s Media Code of Election Coverage ahead of 2023 elections.