As people across the globe commemorate World Press Freedom Day, it is important that we highlight the significance of this celebration.

The World Press Freedom Day is an annual celebration held on May 3, with this year’s occasion themed ‘Information as a public good’.

History of World Press Freedom Day
The World Press Freedom Day was first declared in 1993 by the United Nations following the 26th General Conference session of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO).

The conference convened in Windhoek, Namibia was themed ‘Promoting an Independent and Pluralistic African Media’.

Commemorating this event is a reminder to governments across the world on the importance of journalists in individual countries and territories in the dissemination of information to the public. Read More: https://bizwatchnigeria.ng/importance-of-world-press-freedom-day/