Nation Media Group fought back after officials cut the NTV television signal. The Communications Authority ordered all TV and radio stations to stop showing live protest coverage. Company leaders said the government acted without proper legal steps. They called the move a clear attack on press freedom. The media giant plans to take the case to court.
The Constitution protects media independence from government control. Officials cannot punish reporters for their opinions or news content. A recent High Court decision said the Communications Authority cannot control what broadcasters show. The Media Council of Kenya holds that power instead. Proper legal channels exist for handling media complaints.
NTV was covering nationwide protests when authorities shut down the signal. The demonstrations marked the anniversary of deadly clashes from last year. Protesters gathered across Kenya to remember those who died during anti-government rallies. The company said it was doing responsible journalism about important public events. Citizens have the right to gather and speak against their leaders.
Nation Media Group condemned the shutdown as interference with their news operations. The company promised to continue fair and balanced reporting. They will use all legal options to get back on the air. The group said the government was trying to silence important news coverage. Media freedom remains a basic right that cannot be taken away.
The Constitution protects media independence from government control. Officials cannot punish reporters for their opinions or news content. A recent High Court decision said the Communications Authority cannot control what broadcasters show. The Media Council of Kenya holds that power instead. Proper legal channels exist for handling media complaints.
NTV was covering nationwide protests when authorities shut down the signal. The demonstrations marked the anniversary of deadly clashes from last year. Protesters gathered across Kenya to remember those who died during anti-government rallies. The company said it was doing responsible journalism about important public events. Citizens have the right to gather and speak against their leaders.
Nation Media Group condemned the shutdown as interference with their news operations. The company promised to continue fair and balanced reporting. They will use all legal options to get back on the air. The group said the government was trying to silence important news coverage. Media freedom remains a basic right that cannot be taken away.
