The Speaker of the House of Representatives, FEMI GBAJABIAMILA, has called on the media to rise to the challenge of fake news in Nigeria.

GBAJABIAMILA made the call in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, LANRE LASISI, on the occasion of the World Press Freedom Day.

The Speaker believes this is important, especially as the country battles the COVID-19 pandemic and fake news will not do the country any good.

He urged media practitioners to resist every temptation that would make them promote reportage that could be seen as anti-people.

The Speaker lauded the doggedness of the media in reporting and helping in finding solutions to the challenges facing Nigeria over the years.

GBAJABIAMILA also asked the media to support the government in its drive to make a meaningful impact in the country, as well as call the same government to order where necessary.