By Chigozie Chukwuleta
The International Press Centre (IPC) and the Centre for Media and Society (CEMESO), with support from the European Union Support to Democratic Governance in Nigeria (EU-SDGN II), are set to host a high-level meeting with key media operational leaders on June 3, 2025.
In a Press Release signed by Olutoyin Ayoade, the Communications Officer Component 4 (Support to Media) EU-SDGN II Programme, this strategic engagement aims to strengthen ethical and professional standards in reporting Nigeria’s electoral and democratic environment.
The meeting will bring together media executives and managers from broadcast, print, and online media to exchange ideas and reach a common understanding of the media’s democratic responsibilities.
Participants will discuss the need for editorial policies that reflect professionalism and compliance with regulatory standards, including the National Broadcasting Code and the Nigerian Media Code of Election Coverage.
According to Lanre Arogundade, Executive Director of IPC, “As media gatekeepers, operational leaders play a decisive role in shaping narratives and setting standards.”
Akin Akingbulu, Executive Director of CEMESO, added that the engagement is crucial for aligning media leadership with democratic norms and reinforcing professional ethics and editorial responsibility.
The June 3 meeting is part of a multi-layered approach to deepening accountability and institutional leadership in the media sector. It will be followed by targeted outreach visits to media houses and virtual follow-up sessions.
The EU-SDGN II programme demonstrates the European Union’s strong commitment to supporting a democratic Nigeria that is pluralistic, inclusive, and participatory. The programme focuses on six key democratic institutions, including the media, to promote a system of governance where accountability thrives, citizens are empowered, and every voice is heard.
