Nigerian Journalist Arrested Over Drone; Freedom of Press Under Scrutiny
In a concerning development, a Nigerian journalist covering presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore was detained by the DSS for allegedly possessing a drone without the requisite documentation. This incident has reignited debates about press freedom and the use of technology in reporting within Nigeria. Critics argue such arrests stifle independent journalism and democratic oversight.
The Department of State Services (DSS) says its operatives arrested Zainab Sodiq, a journalist who covers the activities of presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore, for being in possession of a drone “without the required documents”. Favour Dozie, deputy director, public relations
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