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NBC Imposes Stricter Media Restrictions Ahead of 2027 Elections

4/20/2026

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The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) tightened restrictions on radio and television presenters ahead of 2027 elections, warning against opinions.
Critics, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, say the directive undermines media freedom and civic space.
Amnesty International and Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) condemned the directive as prior censorship.
The NBC plans stricter enforcement despite rules, signaling sanctions for violations and raising concerns about self-censorship as discourse shifts online.

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The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) tightened restrictions on radio and television presenters ahead of 2027 elections, warning against opinions.
Critics, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, say the directive undermines media freedom and civic space.
Amnesty International and Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) condemned the directive as prior censorship.
The NBC plans stricter enforcement despite rules, signaling sanctions for violations and raising concerns about self-censorship as discourse shifts online.