As watchdogs of democracy, journalists play crucial role in documenting national events. Serving as the eyes and ears of the public, their coverage sheds light on citizen concerns, holds those in power accountable and facilitates informed discourse.
Through their tireless efforts, journalists provide critical coverage of protests, amplifying the voices of citizens. Despite the risks and challenges they face, journalists are always committed to telling the stories that need to be told.
The International Press Centre (IPC) highlights the dedication of journalists covering the nation-wide protests against hunger that commenced on Thursday August 1 2024, across Nigeria through poignant images captured from the frontlines in Lagos and Abuja.
These photographs testify to the bravery and tenacity of journalists who risk their lives to bring us the stories that shape our world. Indeed, some of the journalists were assaulted by security agents and miscreants getting injured and having their equipment damaged, a worrisome development that IPC already condemned. (See statement). That they persisted speak to their resilience.
IPC salutes the journalists for their bravery and will continue to demand appreciation of their work, which in turn highlights the imperative of press freedom and the need to safeguard those who reveal the truth.
