Journalists in the country have been urged to prioritise accuracy over speed and resist pressures that could compromise professional credibility and ethical standards.
In a communique issued at the end of the intervention training for journalists on reporting in the era and fake news organised by the Oyo State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, also urged media practitioners to adopt conflict-sensitive reporting approaches, avoid sensational headlines and respect the dignity, privacy and rights of victims of violence and insecurity.
Participants also called for continuous professional development, training and media literacy programmes should be encouraged to equip journalists with the skills required to identify and combat fake news and misinformation.
According to the communique, greater collaboration should be fostered between journalists, media organisations and security agencies to facilitate timely access to accurate information and improve public communication during crises.
Themed: Reporting in the Era of Insecurity and Fake News” at the Dapo Aderogba Hall, NUJ Press Centre, Iyaganku, Ibadan, “Journalists should make responsible use of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, while remaining vigilant against their misuse in the creation and dissemination of false information.
