World Press Freedom Day 2023
3rd May 2023
Lagos, Nigeria
IMS Calls for Protection of Journalists, Creation of an Enabling Environment, and Safeguarding of Democracy
The Institute for Media and Society, IMS,...
Media Guidelines for Disability-Inclusive Coverage of Elections in Nigeria
The media plays a critical role in Nigeria's democratic governance, providing fair, accurate, ethical, and inclusive coverage of electoral and broader democratic processes. However,...
Salient Contemporary Issues in Broadcasting: Legislative/Regulatory Reforms in Nigeria
Salient Contemporary Issues in Broadcasting: Legislative/Regulatory Reforms in Nigeria highlight the urgent need for reform in Nigeria's broadcasting sector and proposes comprehensive solutions.
The 1992...
STAKEHOLDERS’ PRIORITIES IN THE AMENDMENT OF THE NATIONAL BROADCASTING COMMISSION (NBC) ACT.
The Nigerian government is actively involved in reforming the media sector, primarily through the amendment of broadcasting legislation. The Institute for Media and Society...
Public Enlightenment Series No 6- Protection of Media Freedom and Expression in Broadcast Industry...
The protection of freedom of expression and media rights is crucial for the proper functioning of a broadcast media system, encompassing industry practices and...
Memorandum on the Broadcasting Regulatory Framework in Nigeria
A strong and effective regulatory framework is crucial for the proper functioning of the broadcast media in Nigeria's democratic and electoral processes. The aim...
Public Enlightenment Series No. 3- Vesting The Broadcast Industry Regulator With Full Powers Nigeria
The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) is the regulatory body responsible for broadcasting in Nigeria. It was established under the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) Act...
Public Enlightenment Series No 2- Secure Leadership an Essential for Broadcast Regulators Effectiveness
The media sector reform in Nigeria is progressing, with the government actively working to modify various aspects of the media landscape. One area of...
Broadcast Media Coverage of 2019 Edition – Oct-Dec 2018
In 2018, the Institute for Media and Society (IMS) established a Media Monitoring activity as part of the European Union Support to Democratic Governance...
Conducting Media Audience Research
The publication "Audience Research Methods for Campus Radio Stations" was released ten years ago, and since then, valuable lessons have been learned about the...
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PRESS RELEASE- Osun Decides: Stakeholders Set for Citizens’ Town Hall to Promote Credible Poll
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
LAGOS, NIGERIA | July 25, 2026
As the August 15, 2026 Osun State Governorship Election enters its final 21 days,
the Civil Society Network...
Gender Sensitive Guidelines for Media Coverage of the Electoral Process in Nigeria (2025)
The Gender Sensitive Media Guidelines provide a practical framework for journalists, editors, broadcasters, and media organisations to ensure fair, balanced, and inclusive coverage of...
EU-Backed Media Intervention Rallies Journalists, Electoral Stakeholders Ahead of Osun Governorship Poll
“There is no credible election without a credible media, and no democracy without both,” CEMESO Executive Director Dr. Akin Akingbulu declares in Osogbo, as...
Publication: AI Fact-Checking Tool Guide for Journalists and Fact-checkers
The AI Fact-Checking Tool Guide for Journalists and Fact-Checkers is a practical publication by the Centre for Media and Society (CEMESO) that equips journalists, fact-checkers, researchers, and media professionals with AI-powered verification tools, ethical guidance, and practical workflows to strengthen fact-checking and combat misinformation and disinformation.
Publication: Pre-Election Assessment Report – Ekiti State (2026)
We are pleased to release the Pre-Election Assessment Report for the 2026 Ekiti State Off-Cycle Gubernatorial Election. This report is a key output under...
