By Gbemiga Olamikan.
The Acting Presiden of the Association of Corporate Online Editors (ACOE), Martin Odiete has emphasized the need for press freedom in the country and appealed to the government to reaffirm its commitment to the principles of a free and independent press, for effective climate journalism which is indispensable to promoting transparency, accountability, and social justice which is critical to communicating the threat posed by the climate crisis and making informed decisions to be more responsible.
This was contained in a statement signed by the Acting President, Martin Odiete, and the Acting Secretary, Omosola Akingboye to celebrate World Press Freedom Day on, the 3rd of April. Odiete called on the Government to commit to the protection of rights, safety, and security of journalists across the country.
Speaking on this year’s theme ‘’A press For the Planet: Journalism in the Face of Environmental Crisis”, Odiete pointed out that through investigative reporting, insightful analysis, and compelling storytelling, journalists shed light on the pressing issues of environmental crisis facing the nation and inspire mass action towards positive change.
He assures Nigerians that, as a professional body of news editors who publish online newspapers in Nigeria, ACOE will uphold tenets of the profession, promote corporate values and the welfare of its members.
