OpEd: Is Russia Afraid of a Free Press in Africa? Oumarou Sanou Critiques Russian Embassy’s Reaction to Nigerian Media
Oumarou Sanou examines the Russian Embassy’s reaction to Nigerian media coverage of Russian-linked mercenaries in the Sahel. He argues that Russia’s attempt to discredit journalists and label criticism as “paid” or foreign-influenced reflects a fear of scrutiny rather than a defense of facts. Sanou emphasizes that independent African media must remain free to report on insecurity, human rights abuses, and regional developments, warning against external interference in Nigeria’s sovereign public discourse.
Oumarou Sanou examines the Russian Embassy’s reaction to Nigerian media coverage of Russian-linked mercenaries in the Sahel. He argues that Russia’s attempt to discredit journalists and label criticism as “paid” or foreign-influenced reflects a fear of scrutiny rather than a defense of facts. Sanou emphasizes that independent African media must remain free to report on insecurity, human rights abuses, and regional developments, warning against external interference in Nigeria’s sovereign public discourse.
OpEd: Is Russia Afraid of a Free Press in Africa? Oumarou Sanou Critiques Russian Embassy’s Reaction to Nigerian Media
Oumarou Sanou examines the Russian Embassy’s reaction to Nigerian media coverage of Russian-linked mercenaries in the Sahel. He argues that Russia’s attempt to discredit journalists and label criticism as “paid” or foreign-influenced reflects a fear of scrutiny rather than a defense of facts. Sanou emphasizes that independent African media must remain free to report on insecurity, human rights abuses, and regional developments, warning against external interference in Nigeria’s sovereign public discourse.
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