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    Edo NUJ Condemns DSS Assault On Journalists, Demands Apology

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    BENIN CITY- The Nigeria Union of the (NUJ), Edo State Council condemn in strong terms, the unwarranted attack on journalists by officials of the Department of State Services (DSS) at the Edo State Election Petition Tribunal sitting on Monday January 20, 2025.

    The attempt to bar journalists from performing their constitutional duties is a blatant assault on press freedom and the fundamental right of citizens to information and free speech.

    The actions of the DSS operatives are not only unacceptable, but also a clear indication of the growing hostility towards the media in Nigeria.

    We therefore call on the Director-General of the DSS and the Edo State Director of the service to take immediate steps to caution their personnel and prevent future occurrences.

    We stand in solidarity with our colleagues who were harassed and intimidated by the DSS operatives. We demand an unconditional apology to NUJ and an assurance that journalists will be allowed to perform their duties without hindrance, failure which the union will take further steps to express its displeasure, including boycotting activities of the organization in Edo State.

    The Nigeria Union of Journalists, Edo State Council, will continue to advocate for press freedom and the protection of journalists rights. We urge all stakeholders to join us in condemning this brazen attack on democracy and the free press.

    Dr. Festus Alenkhe
    (Chairman, Edo NUJ)

    Andy Egbon
    (Secretary, Edo NUJ)

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