Buhari Celebrates THISDAY as ‘National Monument’ on 30th Anniversary

|NATIONAL| Former President Muhammadu Buhari has lauded THISDAY newspaper as a “national monument” on the occasion of its 30th anniversary, recognising the publication as one of the most significant milestones in the development of the Nigerian press.

Buhari described THISDAY as a “national institution” whose ownership extends beyond its registered shareholders and belongs to all Nigerians.

He emphasised that society must protect the existence of the paper, acknowledging its profound impact on the media landscape.

“What is important about THISDAY,” Buhari stated, “is not only because they re-launched the sustainable printing of the Nigerian newspaper in full color, a move that the rest of the papers quickly followed, but also because of their consistent focus on business, economy, and politics. I don’t think there is any serious politician in the country who would go to bed without seeing this paper.”

Buhari also underscored the newspaper’s unwavering commitment to promoting free speech, dialogue, and nation-building. He highlighted These qualities as central to the paper’s enduring legacy.

“THISDAY takes it as a major objective to promote free speech, dialogue, and a serious preoccupation with nation-building,” he added, acknowledging the publication’s role in fostering a more informed and engaged society.

In his tribute, the former president praised THISDAY for its professional integrity and fairness in reporting. He pointed out that while governments may occasionally wrong the press, THISDAY remains unbitter and objective in its coverage.

“We may have wronged them as a government. Every government in the country-advertently and inadvertently wrongs the press, but with THISDAY, you can never see bitterness in their pages.

“They report you as well as anyone can, as the professional practice of the media demands that they do. THISDAY is extraordinary,” Buhari said.
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