IGP hosts crime reporters, supports press freedom

The Inspector-General of Police, Usman Baba, on Tuesday evening, hosted journalists and crime reporters across all sections of the media, including print, electronic and social media covering the police beat, to a banquet at the Nigeria Police Officers’ Mess, Garki, Abuja.

The event was held to show appreciation for balanced reportage and further cement the synergy between the NPF and the media.

Baba assured the journalists of an improved working relationship with the media in 2023, adding that his administration was committed to press freedom and issue-based engagements, which had been the fostering force behind the fruitful interrelation enjoyed in 2022.

The IGP appreciated the reporters for their dedication to ensuring that members of the Nigerian society receive timely updates on matters relating to the NPF while urging them to enthrone balanced reportage and patriotism in discharging their duties.

Baba also charged the reporters to eschew sentiments and unprofessionalism in discharging their duty as he felicitated the journalists and the Nigerian populace.

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