Speaking with a tone of urgency, Dr. Omosotomhe lamented the increasing restrictions on journalists in Africa, stating, “Though the media has made some progress, draconian laws and government actions are eroding those gains daily.” His words hit home for many, as the fight for a free press continues to be stifled by political repression, authoritarian regimes, and censorship.
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