Atiku Abubakar trending as critics rail against Nigeria’s media directives ahead of elections; former VP (1999–2007) and longtime politician.
Nigeria's National Broadcasting Commission has issued a directive to broadcasters to enforce stricter rules on political content, citing breaches of the broadcasting code. Critics argue the move aims to suppress dissent and limit press freedom during the upcoming elections. Amnesty International and SERAP condemn the measures as unlawful and dangerous for democracy. The government maintains it is safeguarding electoral integrity.