Nigeria, April 25 -- The Nigerian Guild of Editors has raised concerns over a move by the National Broadcasting Commission to sanction broadcast presenters accused of expressing personal opinions as facts or bullying guests during programmes.

In a statement issued on 21 April and signed by its President, Eze Anaba, and General Secretary, Onuoha Ukeh, the guild described the move as dangerous and injurious to journalism, warning that it could undermine press freedom and editorial independence.

The editors said although the NBC may be aiming to enforce professionalism and ethical standards, its position appeared vague and open to multiple interpretations, creating room for misuse and selective application against journalists and media org...