Regional/Cultural Day
World Press Freedom Day
The day is observed in Nigeria with events organized by the Nigerian Union of Journalists, and the focus is on the freedom of the press and the safety of journalists. Nigeria is one of the most dangerous countries in the world for journalists, and the day is a reminder of the reporters who have been killed, arrested, or harassed in the line of duty. The press in Nigeria has a long tradition of independence and courage, and the day is a tribute to the journalists who have risked their lives to tell the truth.