Seun Vs Ali Modu Sheriff: When Journalists Stop Asking Hard Questions, Falsehood Wins, Lies Gain Credence
The recent edition of Politics Today on Channels Television, anchored by Mr. Seun Okinbaloye, once again brought to the fore an issue that should concern every Nigerian who values responsible journalism. During the interview with former Borno State Governor, Ali Modu Sheriff, familiar allegations were made against Mr. Peter Obi—claims that have been publicly disputed and repeatedly addressed over the years. Yet, rather than subject those assertions to rigorous scrutiny or provide the necessary context for viewers, the interviewer allowed them to pass without challenge. That, in my view, represents a failure of one of the cardinal responsibilities of journalism.…
