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The President of International Press Institute Nigeria (IPI Nigeria), Musikilu Mojeed, on Wednesday declared a new era in the defence of journalism in the country with the inauguration of a permanent Press Freedom Hub in Abuja.
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Speaking at the opening ceremony held to commemorate World Press Freedom Day, Mojeed described the facility as a historic milestone for the organisation, which has operated in Nigeria since the 1970s without a permanent headquarters.
According to him, this launch also signals a renewed commitment to safeguarding independent journalism and protecting media practitioners.
However, the IPI Nigeria president highlighted growing concerns over violations of press freedom in the country.
He recalled that in December 2025, the organisation listed three public officials in its “Book of Infamy” for actions considered detrimental to media freedom.
Mojeed noted that IPI Nigeria had initially suspended further action, following an appeal by Vice President Kashim Shettima, who sought time to facilitate dialogue and resolution.
“Regrettably, no meaningful corrective action has been taken. The concerns that led to their inclusion remain valid and unresolved,”Mojeed said.
He, therefore, announced the relaunch and escalation of IPI Nigeria’s campaign against individuals accused of undermining press freedom, warning that the organisation would pursue a global accountability drive until tangible steps are taken.
“We do not take this decision lightly. But silence in the face of persistent violations is not an option,”he stated.
Mojeed described the newly inaugurated Press Freedom Hub as more than just a physical structure, calling it “a bold statement” that the struggle for press freedom in Nigeria is entering a more organised, visible, and determined phase.
He called on government institutions, civil society organisations, media professionals, and the international community to collaborate with IPI Nigeria in fostering a free, safe, and independent media landscape.
“With collective effort, we can build a media environment that truly reflects democratic ideals,” he added.
The event marks a significant turning point for IPI Nigeria as it strengthens its institutional capacity and intensifies advocacy for press freedom in Africa’s most populous nation.
IPI Nigeria Opens Press Freedom Hub To Mark World Press Freedom Day The International Press Institute (IPI) Nigeria says it will commission a new headquarters and Press Freedom Hub in Abuja on Wednesday as part of activities marking World Press Freedom Day. According to a statement by the secretary, Ahmed Shekarau the facility will serve as the organisation’s operational base for defending press freedom and protecting journalists and media professionals in Nigeria. The centre will anchor media advocacy programmes and accelerate efforts to promote press freedom and protect journalists facing threats and censorship,” said IPI Nigeria President, Musikilu Mojeed. Mojeed notes the media hub will also function as a venue for periodic reviews of media freedom and journalist safety, drive policy and legal reforms to strengthen independent journalism, and foster dialogue between the media and government. IPI Nigeria is an affiliate of IPI Global, a network of editors, media executives, and leading journalists across more than 100 countries. Founded in 1950, IPI has led global efforts to promote and defend press freedom for over 70 years. Registered under Nigerian law, IPI Nigeria was established in the 1970s by prominent media leaders, including the late Alhaji Lateef Jakande, the late Alhaji Ismaila Isa Funtua, Chief Segun Osoba, the late Malam Wada Maida, and Chief Sam Amuka-Pemu. Since its inception, the organisation has been at the forefront of advancing press freedom, strengthening independent journalism, and promoting journalist safety in Nigeria.
