President Bola Tinubu says his administration will always uphold media freedom and respect opinions, whether they are adversarial or complimentary to his government.
The President made the pledge in Abuja during a meeting with members of the Newspaper Proprietors’ Association of Nigeria (NPAN).
President Tinubu assured NPAN members that he would carefully consider their request for a review of policies affecting the newspaper industry, acknowledging concerns about existing regulations hindering local access to newsprint.
Speaking on the challenges faced by travellers during the festive season, the President said the Federal Government is taking measures to alleviate the high cost of transportation by granting waivers to operators in the air, road, and rail transportation systems.
He also said steps are being taken to reduce the price of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG).
President Tinubu said his administration will remain steadfast in “reinvigorating, retooling and re-engineering the economy,” citing bold decisions by his administration to end the petrol subsidy regime and initiate the ongoing unification of foreign exchange rates.
Commending NPAN for providing a platform for national discourse and for diverse voices, the Minister of information and national orientation.
Mohammed Idris information implored the association to collaborate with the Tinubu administration through effective dialogue, advancing shared values, and addressing challenges confronting the nation.
Editor: Paul Akhagbemhe
