The Kano State Government says development is to promote “responsible journalism, mutual respect, and the protection of Kano State’s cultural and religious heritage.”
The Kano State Government has banned live broadcasts of political programs in media in the state.
They also banned journalists from asking “provocative questions” during interviews.
The government announced its decision after meeting with “media executives”, chaired by the governor’s spokesman Ibrahim Wayer.
The announcement came in a statement issued on Wednesday by Sani Yola, Director of Special Missions, Kano State Department of Information and Interior.
According to the statement, “Anyone appearing on a media platform for an interview must sign a promise to refrain from making abusive, honourable or culturally offensive remarks.”
“To prevent spreading of inflammatory content, a ban has been put into effect on live political programs across media outlets.
“The presenter (journalist) was banned from asking provocative questions or making suggestive gestures that could lead to statements that could denigrate individuals or violate the image of Kano State.”
The government said the directive was intended to “promote responsible journalism, mutual respect and the protection of Kano State’s cultural and religious heritage.
“The quarterly meeting convened by the Ministry of Information aims to strengthen understanding and cooperation between media organizations and governments,” Yora said.
He said the effort was also to “ensure effective information dissemination in favor of the dignity and image of the Kano nation.”
According to the statement, media executives at the conference have pledged to continue cooperation with the government. They also provided valuable suggestions for improving broadcast standards and disinfecting language during the interview.
Daniel Aboki, leader of the Cano Media Executive Forum, told Premium Times that he was not in Kano when the meeting took place. He said he would comment on the development at the right time.
Below is a complete statement from the government
KNSG, media executives unite to maintain ethical broadcasting and protect cultural values
In a new effort to promote responsible journalism, mutual respect and the protection of the cultural and religious heritage of Kano State, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Wayya, State Commissioner for Information and Home Affairs, met with statewide media executives in his office.
The quarterly meeting convened by the Ministry of Information aims to strengthen understanding and cooperation between media organizations and governments to ensure effective information dissemination in favor of the dignity and image of the Kano nation.
Speaking during the session, Comrade Wire thanked the media leaders for their unwavering support and he said he has contributed significantly to the ministry’s progress in curbing unethical content on public platforms. He praised the notable reductions in abusive language in several broadcast programs, and the results stem from productive engagement held at previous conferences.
Emphasizing the government’s commitment to maintaining the state’s moral standards, the commissioner revealed that the sensitization program is being organized for political programme presenters, media commentators and Imam Council on Friday. He noted that these efforts are designed to encourage responsible communication that conveys the message to the public without any acts that could undermine the reputation of the nation.
Comrade Wire made clear that the government’s stance was not to restrain political opposition, but to protect the sanctity of Cano’s cultural and religious values.
Among the important resolutions reached during the meeting:
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– Anyone appearing on media platforms for interviews must sign a promise to refrain from abusive, defamatory, or culturally offensive remarks.
– A ban has been made on live political programs across media outlets to prevent spreading of inflammatory content.
– Presenters were also prohibited from asking provocative questions, slandering individuals, or making suggestive gestures that could lead to statements that could damage the image of Kano State.
The conference’s media executives pledged continued cooperation and provided valuable suggestions on improving broadcast standards and disinfecting language.
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Sani Aba Yora
Special duties of directors
Kano State Ministry of Information and Home Affairs
May 7, 2025
