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Democracy watchdogs would like to see a change in the freedom of expression landscape that was severely constrained during Nigerian President Buhari's leadership.
The press attacks in 2022, so far, are higher than in the previous two years, and are mostly carried out by state actors.
Reporters Without Borders (RSF) is alarmed about a decline in press freedom Nigeria, where 53 public and privately-owned radio stations have been suspended and are threatened with permanent closure, and at least 15 journalists have been arrested (and five physically attacked) in the past three months, according to RSF’s tally.
July 2022 in Africa: A free expression round up produced by IFEX's Regional Editor Reyhana Masters, based on IFEX member reports and news from the region.
Media Rights Agenda is asking Nigeria's federal government to check its law enforcement agency, as it is in danger of becoming the tool of the rich and powerful who are intent on harassing the media.