Rita Odafe
Aisha Yesufu has expressed her deep concerns over the recent surge in the arrests of investigative journalists, particularly in relation to the case of journalist and whistleblower @PIDOMNIGERIA who was detained by the Nigeria Police Force.
She has directly called out President Bola Tinubu to disclose any hidden information he may have been concealing from the public.
The arrest of @PIDOMNIGERIA, known for uncovering and leaking confidential documents, has sparked public outrage and demands for his immediate release since he was apprehended in Rivers State on August 5.
These events have stirred a debate on social media, with many Nigerians questioning the motives behind targeting investigative journalists in such a severe manner.
Aisha Yesufu, through a video message, questioned the justification of treating a journalist more harshly than a terrorist, emphasizing the importance of exposing government wrongdoings and holding officials accountable.
She highlighted the role of investigative journalism in unveiling corruption and malpractices within the government, asserting that efforts to silence such reporting indicate a desire to hide misconduct rather than address and rectify it.
