Articles by International Press Centre (IPC)
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.
IPC concerned by relentless attacks on Nigerian journalists
The IPC’s Safety Alert Desk is concerned by the continued violations in Nigeria and the impact on the safety of journalists.
Media outlets shut down in Nigeria’s Zamfara State
The International Press Centre describes the closure of certain media outlets in Nigeria’s Zamfara State as a violation of the rule of law.