Nigeria, Feb. 27 -- The International Press Institute Nigeria (IPI Nigeria) has urged the acting Inspector General of Police (IGP) Tunji Disu, to prioritise press freedom and end a pattern of "harassment, intimidation and attacks against journalists" in the country.

Mr Disi told reporters reporters shortly after President Tinubu decorated him with the rank of acting IGP on Tuesday that "the era of intimidation is over".

In a statement issued on Wednesday and signed by its President, Musikilu Mojeed, and Legal Adviser, Tobi Soniyi, IPI Nogeria called on Mr Disu to ensure the safety of journalists and uphold their constitutional rights.

The group noted the tenure of Mr Disu's predecessor, Kayode Egbetokun, was characterised by repeated p...