The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), has warned media houses against reporting contents capable of dividing the country, stating that there is need to maintain professionalism.
The commission disclosed this in a letter sent to media houses in the country on Wednesday.
The warning is coming on the heels of crises, involving herdsmen in some parts of the country, and the quit notice issued to them by Yoruba activist, Sunday Igboho.
The commission in the letter said, “The National Broadcasting Commission wishes to bring to your attention emerging trends of national concern like the herdsmen crisis in Ondo and Oyo states and related issues which could spiral out of proportion if not properly handled.
“The commission therefore seizes this opportunity to admonish broadcasters on the need to exhibit professionalism and observe required caution in the coverage and presentation of the quit notice to herdsmen and related issues.”
The commission also said in reporting conflict situations, the broadcaster shall perform the role of a peace agent by adhering to the principle of neutrality responsibility and accuracy.
