World Press Freedom Day 2026: Hon. Wale Ajani Charges Journalists in 脪y贸 State to Uphold Truth, Urges Politicians to Respect Media Ahead of 2027
World Press Freedom Day 2026 : Hon. Wale Ajani Charges Journalists in 脪y贸 State to Uphold Truth, Urges Politicians to Respect Media Ahead of 2027 As the world marks World Press Freedom Day under the theme, “Shaping a Future at Peace,”senatorial aspirant for 脪y贸 Central in the 2027 elections , Hon. Wale Ajani, has called on media practitioners across 脪y贸 State to remain committed to truth, accuracy, and responsible journalism , while also urging political actors to respect and honour journalists as vital partners in democracy. In a statement issued on the occasion, Ajani said a peaceful and credible democratic future cannot be achieved without a free, independent, and responsible press. He noted that press freedom remains central to peace, accountability, economic recovery, sustainable development, and the protection of human rights, stressing that access to reliable information helps build trust between citizens and institutions. Ajani referenced concerns raised in UNESCO’s World Tre...