Media tasked to set agenda for development

The Nigerian media have been tasked to set agenda for the country to ensure citizens explore ways to develop the economy.

Former Senior Adviser to President Jonathan on Media and Publicity, Reuben Abati gave the charge at the 10th Nigerian Breweries Golden Pen Awards, held at the Civic Center, Victoria Island, Lagos on Friday.

Examining the myriads of challenges facing the country, he said the media must play active role in setting agenda for discussion to enable citizens explore issues and proffer solutions to engender development.
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