The objective of this report is not merely to criticize but to document,
analyse, and illuminate the extent to which the current administration has
either advanced or undermined the freedom of expression landscape in
Nigeria. It draws upon empirical evidence, legal and policy developments,
case studies of violations, and the lived experiences of journalists, media
workers, civil society actors, and citizens.
The assessment is the result of rigorous research, monitoring, and analysis
conducted over the first two years of the Tinubu presidency. It reflects the
commitment of Media Rights Agenda to ensure that the principles of open
governance, media freedom, and human rights remain central to national
discourse and development.
We hope that this publication serves not only as a record of the Tinubu
Administration’s performance, but also as a tool for advocacy, reform, and
civic engagement. We urge government institutions, the media, civil society,
and the international community to take its findings seriously and to work
collaboratively toward safeguarding and expanding the civic space in
Nigeria.
Ultimately, our goal is to ensure that every Nigerian can speak freely, be
informed, hold power to account, and participate meaningfully in the
democratic process.
