The Federal Government says it is developing a national policy framework on responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the media space.
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris. disclosed this on Saturday while commemorating the World Press Freedom Day.
Idris explained that the framework would ensure that innovation does not come at the cost of ethics, press freedom and national security.
Speaking on the theme of the day, “Reporting in the Brave New World: The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Press Freedom and the Media,” the minister underscored the critical role of the media in shaping informed societies.
“As we commemorate this day, let us all; government, media and civil society, work together to protect freedom of expression while embracing technology that advances, rather than diminishes the values we hold dearly.
“Let me reaffirm that President Bola Tinubu’s Administration remains deeply committed to upholding press freedom as a cornerstone of our democracy.
“A free and responsible media is the life blood of any democratic society; it gives citizens the power to express themselves freely and hold leaders accountable,” he said.
The minister added, “In this new era, our resolve must be matched with action, through policies that promote media innovation while protecting journalists from the misuse of technology.
“As part of this commitment, the Federal Government is currently developing a national policy framework on the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence in the media space.
“This framework will ensure that innovation does not come at the cost of ethics, press freedom, or national security”.
(NAN)
