The Chief of Discipline Workplace of UNICEF Kano, Dr. Karanveer Singh, Thursday said the significance of moral reporting by media on youngsters, notably in North west Nigeria.
Talking at a coaching for media practitioners from Kano and Jigawa states in Dutse, the state capital, Singh said that accountable reporting can construct belief, promote peace and shield susceptible youngsters in Nigeria.
Singh additional highlighted three key the explanation why moral reporting issues. He stated it builds belief, heals division and protects susceptible youngsters, in addition to enhances credibility and professionalism.
He nevertheless, cited examples of how irresponsible reporting can re-traumatise survivors, stigmatise youngsters, and unfold misinformation.
Singh urged journalists to prioritise accuracy, shield youngsters’s identities, and search a number of views.
The UNICEF official additionally referred to as on media practitioners to make use of their platforms to advocate for youngster rights, observe marketing campaign guarantees, and demand accountability from elected officers.
He additionally said that the media has a novel alternative to form the narrative of North-west Nigeria and promote a greater future for its youngsters.
Singh subsequently commented on the journalists for his or her onerous work and inspired them to uphold moral requirements of their reporting.