Nigeria, April 26 -- The Nigerian Broadcasting Commission (NBC) is facing growing backlash over its recent directive threatening sanctions against broadcast stations for what it described as declining professionalism in news and political programming. The commission had issued a formal notice warning radio and television organisations across Nigeria to strictly comply with the Nigeria Broadcasting Code, citing rising cases of ethical breaches, biased reporting, and the spread of hate speech. It stressed that offenders would face penalties, especially as the country approaches the 2027 general elections. According to the NBC, there has been a worrying trend of programme anchors injecting personal opinions, failing to ensure balance, and a...