Nigerian Leaders and Rights Groups Condemn NBC Directive on Broadcasters
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- •On April 20, 2026, the Nigerian Broadcasting Commission issued a directive to broadcasters that has been widely criticized.
- •Atiku Abubakar publicly condemned the NBC directive as an attempt to limit media freedom.
- •SERAP and Amnesty International formally demanded the withdrawal of the NBC directive on the same day.
- •The directive has sparked debate about government influence over Nigerian media outlets.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If the Nigerian Broadcasting Commission withdraws the directive media outlets in Nigeria would regain greater freedom to broadcast without government restrictions, improving public access to diverse information.
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