Expanded state surveillance, the spread of disinformation, and arbitrary arrests of journalists who report critically on the ruling political establishment were cited as the main obstacles to press freedom by Reporters Without Borders (RSF).

Journalists in Nigeria also risk arrest. While the number of imprisoned journalists across the continent has remained fairly steady over the past year, the CPJ reported that "freedom of expression is backsliding in... Nigeria, which does not bode well for journalists."


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"It is clear that the right to freedom of expression is increasingly under threat in Nigeria," said a PEN International commentary about Sowore, who is on bail but restricted from leaving the country. PEN is a global network of writers.

Twelve states in the Muslim-dominated northern part of Nigeria have implemented some form of Islamic sharia law, under which blasphemy is a crime which can be punished by death. Critics object that such laws no only violate freedom of expression and other basic rights, but are often used to target and harass religious minorities.

In Nigeria, the freedom of expression is protected by section 39 (1) of the Federal Republic of Nigeria constitution.[1] Despite this constitutional protection, the Nigerian media was controlled by the government throughout much of its history, with some even to this day. By 2020, however, over 100 newspapers in Nigeria were independent.[2] Furthermore, there was a brief moment from 1979 to 1983 when the government of the Second Nigerian Republic handed over the task of censorship to the military. Nigerian censors typically target certain kinds of idea, such as ethnic discussion, political opposition, and morality incorrectness.

In 1999, freedom of expression became protected by the new Nigerian Constitution.[6] However, defamation laws were afterwards passed.[6] Critics maintain that though measures of freedom of the press have improved, there is still room for improvement. Nigeria was described as "partly free" in the Freedom of the Press 2011 report published by the Freedom House (see yearly rankings in Freedom House ratings in Nigeria section).[7]

To freedom is out in all cinemas nationwide TODAY and is the story of Tobi, a very loving husband who is torn in pieces when his wife SHOLA goes missing after a regular market run. This takes a toll on him until he gets unexpected information that changes his life forever.

PMA graduate student Rejoice Abutsa and a PhD scholar Ucheyamere Nkwam-Uwaoma (Bournemouth University) co-organized and co-moderated a virtual panel, "Nollywood Global Circuits," delving into the industry's origins and global impact with 74 stakeholders from Africa, UK, and the US. Nollywood veterans like Mofe-Damijo and Isong highlighted its creative strides and unique storytelling despite Western norms. Ajai-Lycett urged unionization for structural improvement, advocating for actors' managerial skills and emphasizing Nollywood's role in national development. Rapu proposed renaming it 'Naija Cinema,' asserting its global reach. Debates on pay, storytelling freedom, and industry evolution underscored the need for sustainable structures to shape Nollywood's future global standing. Overall, the discussion emphasized embracing uniqueness while structurally advancing the industry.

This was contained in a statement issued by the US Secretary of State, Mike Pompeo, on Monday, December 7, 2020, in which some countries and Nigeria were listed as countries of concern under the international religious freedom act of 1998.

Today the US designates Burma, China, Eritrea, Iran, Nigeria, the DPRK, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan as countries of concern under the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998 for engaging systematic, ongoing, egregious religious freedom violations.

The US is unwavering in its commitment to religious freedom. No country or entity should be allowed to persecute people with impunity because of their beliefs. These annual designations show that when religious freedom is attacked, we will act.

Nigeria does not engage in religious freedom violation, neither does it have a policy of religious persecution. Victims of insecurity and terrorism in the country are adherents of Christianity, Islam and other religions.

But the performance I did not see coming was Mercy Eke as Jackie: she inhabits her, gives her a stubborn will that allows her dream of freedom to resonate throughout the series. For the first time, it seems, a former Big Brother Naija housemate is able to actually act, to hold her own against veterans. (Disclosure: another Big Brother Naija former housemate has since impressed: Tobi Bakre.)

Kelani emphasized that he is excited about the Nigerian industry because of its diversity. "...There is freedom of expression, and the audience can be given credits for making Nollywood popular. There is room for everyone." He also mentioned that technology, especially YouTube, has been a lot helpful in the success story of Nollywood. e24fc04721

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