CAPPA Engages Journalists In Borno On Peaceful, Non Violent Elections

CAPPA engages journalists in Borno on peaceful, n violent elections

By Madu Mohammed,, Maiduguri

Towards an effective and violent free electoral process, A Non Government Organisation (NGO), Cooperate Accountability and Public Participation in Africa (CAPPA), has trained journalist in Borno on peaceful and non violent elections in preparatory to the 2027 election.

The workshop which was organized by the CAPPA and powered by the European Union (EU) brought together journalists from different media organisations and practicing journalists in the state.

In her presentation at the One Day workshop held at the Prime Lodge Maiduguri on Wednesday, the Policy and Legal Drafting officer , CAPPA, Shade Oyelade Said journalists plays a great role in election process as empowered by section 92, 94 and 98 of the Electoral Law.

Mrs Oyelade in her paper tilled Em” Electoral Law and Provision for Media” the media as watchdog of the society plays an essential roles as closiest arm of the society compared to the political parties, electoral body and electorates.

“Journalists is the bridge that link the masses with the government, political parties, electoral body and the candidates but for you to achieve this you have to guide your image, integrity to build confidence and trust of all”, she added.

Also in his presentation, the program and digital Campaign Manager, CAPPA, Mr Abayemi Saruimi said for effective electoral reportage there is need for journalists to always check and cross check their facts using digital Artificial intelligence (AI) to avoid misinformation, disinformation and Fake news.

Other papers presented at the workshop includes Conflict sensitive Journalism, Election and post election role of media, inclusive reporting, understanding Elections and Disability Act, among others.