Kano State Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullah I Waiya
Media executives Forum, Information Ministry and National Broadcasting Commission, NBC, have Banned Live Political Programme in Kano State “towards upholding ethical journalism.”
The stakeholders arrived at the decision during a quarterly meeting, convened by the Kano State Ministry of Information, aims at strengthening understanding and cooperation between media organizations and the government, in order to ensure effective information dissemination that upholds the dignity and image of Kano State.
Speaking at the session, the Kano State Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya says, the government’s stance is not to suppress political opposition but rather to safeguard the sanctity of Kano’s cultural and religious values.
He expressed appreciation for the unwavering support of media leaders, which he said has contributed immensely to the ministry’s progress in curbing unethical content on public platforms.
Waiya, commended the noticeable reduction in abusive language in some broadcast programmes, attributing the achievement to the productive engagements held in previous meetings.
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Highlighting the government’s commitment to preserving the state’s moral standards, the Commissioner disclosed that sensitization programmes have been organized for political programme presenters, media commentators, and the Council of Friday Imams.
These efforts, he noted, are designed to encourage responsible communication that conveys messages to the public without defamation or any act that could undermine the state’s reputation.
Among the key resolutions reached during the meeting are:
“Anyone appearing on media platforms for interviews must sign an undertaking to refrain from making abusive, defamatory, or culturally offensive remarks.
“A ban has been placed on live political programmes across media outlets to prevent the spread of inflammatory content.
“Presenters are also banned from asking provocative questions or making suggestive gestures that could lead to statements capable of defaming individuals or damaging the image of Kano State.”
Media executives at the meeting pledged their continued cooperation and offered valuable suggestions on improving broadcast standards and sanitizing language, all geared towards promoting peace and mutual respect in the society.
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