As the world marks International Press Freedom Day today, Akuko Foundation has joined voices around the globe in demanding an end to the harassment, arbitrary detention and silencing of journalists.
In a statement released to TVC news, the foundation says it stands in solidarity with the brave individuals and media organizations who risk their lives and liberty to shine a light on truth in the face of growing hostility and repression.
The statement adds that journalism is not a crime, rather it is a cornerstone of accountability explaining that a free and independent press is essential for holding power to account, exposing corruption, informing the public, and upholding human rights.
The foundation calls on governments and law enforcement agencies to uphold their obligations under international law to protect journalists, ensure due process, and prosecute those who target them.
