The European Union in Nigeria,  in collaboration with UNESCO and the Nigerian Union of Journalists, organised an event to mark the 2016 World Press Freedom Day with the theme "Access to Information and Fundamental Freedoms: This is your right".

In his Keynote address, the Head of EU Delegation to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Mr Michel ARRION emphasised the priority the EU accords to freedom of opinion and expression as an essential foundation for democracy, the rule of law, sustainable inclusive development and participation in public affairs, which are at the core of its values.

Read full text of the Keynote address here

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UN World Press Freedom Day