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Buhari's Restriction On AIT: Undemocratic, Unpresidential And Unacceptable by Nobody: 10:17am On Apr 28, 2015 |
My heart was filled with grief after reading the Vanguard Report titled "Hate campaign: Buhari fights back, bars AIT from covering his activities - http://www.vanguardngr.com/2015/04/hate-campaign-buhari-fights-back-bars-ait-from-covering-his-activities/. The question that stroke through my mind was "Can this be be justified in any sane democracy?". It appears like Muhammadu Buhari is yet to come to terms with the present day democratic dispensation that he is bound to lead for the next for years or he is just acting naive. Perhaps the Daura-born General wants to bring back Decree 4 through the back door or he is out to fight any media organisation that he considers to be his adversary. Whatever be the case, Nigerians will not allow anyone to tamper with the freedom of media as provided by the 1999 Constitution. President-elect Muhammadu Buhari need to be reminded that Sections 22 and 39 (1)(2) (quoted below) specifically made provision for Press Freedom. Press Freedom In Nigeria's Constitution Section 22 of the Nigerian 1999 constitution states that: “the press, radio, television and other agencies of mass media shall at all times be free to uphold the fundamental objectives contained in this chapter and uphold the responsibility and accountability of the government to the people.” Section 39(1) States that "Every person shall be entitled to freedom of expression, including freedom to hold opinions and to receive and impart ideas and information without interference. Section 39(2) further went on to say "Without prejudice to the generality of subsection(1) of this section, every person shall be entitled to own, establish and operate any medium for the dissemination of information, ideas and opinion." Buhari Should Remember His Words on Press Freedom At his interactive session with members of Newspapers Proprietors of Nigeria (NPAN) and Nigeria Guild of Editors (NGE) on March 17, 2015, he pledged to uphold Press Freedom and to be a friend of the Press. In his own words... “Concerning the Decree 4 of 1984, I have to assure you that the time for that is over. That was part of military administration and dictatorship, but I have also promised you that I am now a converted, and converted democrat. Therefore, I want to assure you that I am going to be a friend of the media and this time, I will work well with you as friends and partners in the development of the nation, and that is my promise to you.” “I want to give you my full assurances that in this democratic dispensation, I will ensure that the Nigerian Constitution is upheld. This includes respect for the media, respect for the right to free expression and freedom of speech. I have said elsewhere that I cannot change the past. But I can change the present and the future. Dictatorship goes with military rule as do edicts such as Decree 4" "...I will continue to promote the consolidation of democracy in our great country, Nigeria, by guaranteeing that the media’s freedom is not compromised in any way. I give you my full assurances that the Nigerian media will be free under our APC government.”. http://sunnewsonline.com/new/?p=109636 The Unfortunate AIT Restriction It is a unfortunate that President-elect Muhammadu Buhari that claimed to be a "reformed democrat" throughout the electioneering period will take the ignoble decision of preventing AIT from covering his activities even before taking oath of office. It is also unfortunate that the man that pledged to be a friend of the media will issue restricting order on a law abiding corporate citizen and a legally recognise media house. Buhari is expected to treat all members of the Media in the most appropriate manner. He should remember that the rights of the media as enshrined in the Constitution is not subject to change via Presidential desire. If he hasn't been told, he should be aware that his restriction on AIT is undemocratic and can never be tolerated in any sane democracy. If the President-elect has anything against AIT, he should seek redress in court. He may not like AIT as a media outfit but he should allow them conduct their duties unfettered as long as they operate within the ambit of the law. Finally, let me remind President-elect Muhammadu Buhari that Nigerians are looking up to him to fulfil his numerous electoral promises. We will not tolerate any form of impunity or "executive rascality" whether from him(as President) or from any officer of his incoming government. God Bless Nigeria Source: http://solomontonye..com/2015/04/buharis-restriction-on-ait-undemocratic.html 88 Likes 12 Shares |
Re: Buhari's Restriction On AIT: Undemocratic, Unpresidential And Unacceptable by Nobody: 10:19am On Apr 28, 2015 |
Ait attack on Gen. Buhari, very democratic, Presidential and 100% acceptable..Fools 209 Likes 20 Shares |
Re: Buhari's Restriction On AIT: Undemocratic, Unpresidential And Unacceptable by Nobody: 10:20am On Apr 28, 2015 |
Propaganda never finish ni Ait is too corrupt to cover the event, abi una wan bomb sai baba what do u want with a Man U blackmailed, na wa o 84 Likes 6 Shares |
Re: Buhari's Restriction On AIT: Undemocratic, Unpresidential And Unacceptable by Nobody: 10:23am On Apr 28, 2015 |
olatunji21:What do you mean by "AIT attack"? If Buhari is convinced that AIT aired defaming story on him, the appropriate thing to do is to seek redress in Court or Petition the regulatory agencies. Buhari will not be allowed to "tame" the Press. This is not within his power and it is unacceptable in any democracy. 170 Likes 19 Shares |
Re: Buhari's Restriction On AIT: Undemocratic, Unpresidential And Unacceptable by papaejima1: 10:23am On Apr 28, 2015 |
I think this is a test-run by Buhari to see and know what will happen and what people will do when he cracks down on press freedom. So we are giving him notice that he cannot muzzle anyone anymore in this country whether press or individual. He has to bear it, he has to live with it. We can call him any name that suits us, we can say whatever we wish and we can accuse him and his officials with even the most outlandish charges. He MUST live with it. Lai mohammed knows what am talking about. 106 Likes 12 Shares |
Re: Buhari's Restriction On AIT: Undemocratic, Unpresidential And Unacceptable by hopilo: 10:23am On Apr 28, 2015 |
GEJ should have banned Sahara report, Nation, Punch, Vangaurd and others. In democracy there is press freedom and freedom of expression, for those supporting this action today I pray when GMB start to clamp down on Nigerians in social network we should not complain. 108 Likes 6 Shares |
Re: Buhari's Restriction On AIT: Undemocratic, Unpresidential And Unacceptable by focus7: 10:26am On Apr 28, 2015 |
Barcanista go to court or get a rope and just end it. 84 Likes 4 Shares |
Re: Buhari's Restriction On AIT: Undemocratic, Unpresidential And Unacceptable by Nobody: 10:27am On Apr 28, 2015 |
hopilo:Mr Muhammadu Buhari just like Obasanjo and others are intolerant when it comes to Press Freedom. Unfortunately for Mr Buhari, we will not sit and watch him disrupt the constitutionally protecting duties of any media house. If he is unsatisfied he should go to court or live with it. Tyranny will not be allowed in this dispensation 67 Likes 5 Shares |
Re: Buhari's Restriction On AIT: Undemocratic, Unpresidential And Unacceptable by Randerl: 10:27am On Apr 28, 2015 |
olatunji21: Good One Bro. Thanks. 28 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Buhari's Restriction On AIT: Undemocratic, Unpresidential And Unacceptable by adebisicutie: 10:27am On Apr 28, 2015 |
Come and answer questions on the PWC report, stop running away GEJ and his cronies have been exposed https://www.nairaland.com/2280952/pwc-report-latest-cbn-npdc 45 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Buhari's Restriction On AIT: Undemocratic, Unpresidential And Unacceptable by Nobody: 10:30am On Apr 28, 2015 |
focus7:What do you mean by "I should go to court"? Is it not a shame that a so-called democratic and progressive President-elect is infringing on the right of the press? Is it not more shameful that you people that has been shouting 60 Likes 5 Shares |
Re: Buhari's Restriction On AIT: Undemocratic, Unpresidential And Unacceptable by TheFreeOne: 10:30am On Apr 28, 2015 |
Can a leopard change its spots Time will tell. 39 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Buhari's Restriction On AIT: Undemocratic, Unpresidential And Unacceptable by Randerl: 10:31am On Apr 28, 2015 |
olatunji21: Good One Bro. Thanks. 10 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Buhari's Restriction On AIT: Undemocratic, Unpresidential And Unacceptable by Princess042(f): 10:32am On Apr 28, 2015 |
Someone should remind sai baba that we are no longer in the military.... He should please tread with caution Whether you like Barcanista or not, you can't deny the fact that he posts with facts Give me a Barcanista anytime any day 76 Likes 5 Shares |
Re: Buhari's Restriction On AIT: Undemocratic, Unpresidential And Unacceptable by dunkem21(m): 10:32am On Apr 28, 2015 |
I laugh in Nairaland Mark my words, very soon, typing "one chance" on NL will earn you a lengthy ban. Your own don finish if you follow dey type ... MY HERO ..... MY ROLE MODEL 27 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Buhari's Restriction On AIT: Undemocratic, Unpresidential And Unacceptable by Nobody: 10:34am On Apr 28, 2015 |
barcanista:Tame the press? As he has done to Channels, Stv, TVc, Galaxy et el... Can't u see he is taming them all with Tape rule... Trash 45 Likes |
Re: Buhari's Restriction On AIT: Undemocratic, Unpresidential And Unacceptable by Nnemuka(f): 10:34am On Apr 28, 2015 |
Next is Nairaland and Linda ikeji blog 8 Likes |
Re: Buhari's Restriction On AIT: Undemocratic, Unpresidential And Unacceptable by Nobody: 10:35am On Apr 28, 2015 |
I hope Buhari understands that we have democracy now and freedom of speech. We all know all what Jonathan went through at the hands of the press and social media, Buhari should get ready for his own barrage of criticisms. 17 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Buhari's Restriction On AIT: Undemocratic, Unpresidential And Unacceptable by tonte(m): 10:35am On Apr 28, 2015 |
Barcanista....all I really really wanna know is....I thought you were a die hard supporter of Buhari...and in your eyes he could do no wrong during the elections? How come you were blind and now you can see even when he hasn't been sworn in 6 Likes |
Re: Buhari's Restriction On AIT: Undemocratic, Unpresidential And Unacceptable by Nobody: 10:36am On Apr 28, 2015 |
Princess042:ma Princess 15 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Buhari's Restriction On AIT: Undemocratic, Unpresidential And Unacceptable by Nobody: 10:37am On Apr 28, 2015 |
Princess042:You don't like the fellow like i do... I was one of his greatest admirer in time past, even when he decamped i still respect his opinion and his freedom of association, not until i noticed he was an attack dog... i feel disgusted 19 Likes |
Re: Buhari's Restriction On AIT: Undemocratic, Unpresidential And Unacceptable by curiouses: 10:37am On Apr 28, 2015 |
For fellow Buharist ARIWO OJA Cc: PassingShot 16 Likes 5 Shares |
Re: Buhari's Restriction On AIT: Undemocratic, Unpresidential And Unacceptable by Nobody: 10:38am On Apr 28, 2015 |
olatunji21:Injury to one is injury to all. If he can do that to AIT then it means he can do same to STV, Channels TV, Galaxy etc. We have to remind him of the present democratic reality so that he won't bite more than he is expected to chew. 19 Likes 3 Shares |
Re: Buhari's Restriction On AIT: Undemocratic, Unpresidential And Unacceptable by Nobody: 10:39am On Apr 28, 2015 |
tonte:That is a story for another day abeg... 2 Likes |
Re: Buhari's Restriction On AIT: Undemocratic, Unpresidential And Unacceptable by Nobody: 10:40am On Apr 28, 2015 |
EUROBOMBER:This is a family affair, aw wil u feel if u are accused of killing ur own mother(God forbid)..I believe your guess is as good as mine...The man will have to live with the trauma all his life.. (Accused of Killing his wife and watching his own daughter die)Thats way too much 20 Likes 3 Shares |
Re: Buhari's Restriction On AIT: Undemocratic, Unpresidential And Unacceptable by TheOtherview: 10:41am On Apr 28, 2015 |
I am fully aligned with @OP on this one, because there are more effective ways of containing unconscionable media organizations like AIT; than resorting to tactics which hark back to a dark period in Nigeria's history. it would be judicious to act with magnanimity towards a prostrate foe ~ Zachary Taylor P.S - You are overreaching yourself with the contrived edict copied in below, @Barcanista Finally, let me remind President-elect Muhammadu Buhari that Nigerians are looking up to him to fulfil his numerous electoral promises. We will not tolerate any form of impunity or "executive rascality" whether from him(as President) or from any officer of his incoming government. Wait for him to be sworn in first 2 Likes |
Re: Buhari's Restriction On AIT: Undemocratic, Unpresidential And Unacceptable by Nobody: 10:41am On Apr 28, 2015 |
olatunji21:Attack dog of Olatunji21 I guess 4 Likes |
Re: Buhari's Restriction On AIT: Undemocratic, Unpresidential And Unacceptable by Nobody: 10:43am On Apr 28, 2015 |
barcanista:You should remember GEJ is still the C-in-C till May 29, i see no reason why a private congratulatory visit to the general would be term an official duty just yet... And also, the general is not against the media in anyway, the Media played an important role in his election.. 8 Likes |
Re: Buhari's Restriction On AIT: Undemocratic, Unpresidential And Unacceptable by Nobody: 10:44am On Apr 28, 2015 |
Am shamed of you barcanista totaly ashamed..you are way more smarter than this...playing opposition does not mean you should let go of common sense... As far as privacy is concerned to me he has the right to barred them...when he is sworn in,then we can now begin to judge.... For now he is just an ordinary citizen like me and you...you are way more smarter than this..please grow up... 35 Likes 4 Shares |
Re: Buhari's Restriction On AIT: Undemocratic, Unpresidential And Unacceptable by PassingShot(m): 10:44am On Apr 28, 2015 |
barcanista: Shut up boy! I say STFU! This was your take when AIT aired the clandestine documentary then: barcanista: 36 Likes 7 Shares |
Re: Buhari's Restriction On AIT: Undemocratic, Unpresidential And Unacceptable by Nobody: 10:47am On Apr 28, 2015 |
barcanista:Right from the onset u never liked Tinubu, u association with APC was only because of the Buhari's Factor..You hated corruption(back then)..You were very objective in all of ur analysis..I was Surprised the Tide turn all of a sudden, u suddenly became the defender of the oppressive govt.. I was suprised and Stil Is.. 5 Likes |
Re: Buhari's Restriction On AIT: Undemocratic, Unpresidential And Unacceptable by vision2022: 10:48am On Apr 28, 2015 |
By posting this; this barca nonsense you are a fool, consider what AIT did to GMB just b/cos they were giving money by Jonathan, if I were in GMB shoes I will use NBC to close the station and its sister companies down to serve as deterrant to others that may like to engage in such unruly behaviour in future. They left their professional conduct to engage in character assasination. fooools. 14 Likes 1 Share |
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