Resource persons at the just-concluded National Conference on Agricultural Journalism (NCAJ), have stressed the importance of agriculture in the attainment of food security, promotion of a safe environment, and engendering national development. The theme of the conference was, “Agricultural Journalism in Nigeria: Challenges and Prospects”. The Chairman of, the National Conference Planning Committee, Dr Adewale…
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Financial considerations is another concern discussed was the financial aspect of news reporting. Editors often seem to prioritise stories that are more likely to attract advertisers and generate revenue. Agricultural stories, even though vital for the nation's food security and economic stability, are sometimes perceived as less-appealing to potential advertisers for the newspaper; leading editors to deprioritise them for front-page placement.