Kano Govt declares war on press freedom, shuts down opposition

The Kano State Government has shockingly announced measures that contravene Press Freedom and Freedom of expression.

The state commissioner of Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, during a quarterly meeting with media executives yesterday, assumed the duties of Nigeria Broadcasting Commission (NBC) issued decrees restraining Media outlets in the state.

Waiya announced a ban on live political programmes across media outlets to prevent alleged spread of inflammatory content.

Secondly, Presenters were also banned from asking provocative questions or making suggestive gestures that could lead to statements capable of defaming individuals or damaging the image of Kano State.

Thirdly, anyone appearing on media platforms for interviews must sign an undertaking to refrain from making abusive, defamatory, or culturally offensive remarks.

The Commissioner further added that it is the government’s commitment to preserving the state’s moral standards, disclosing that sensitization programmes have been organized for political programme presenters, media commentators, and the Council of Friday Imams.

These efforts, he noted, are designed to encourage responsible communication that conveys messages to the public without defamation or any act that could undermine the state’s reputation.

Comrade Waiya further clarified that the government’s stance is not to suppress political opposition but rather to safeguard the sanctity of Kano’s cultural and religious values.