President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo has hailed the media in Somalia for its role in promoting freedom of speech in the country.
Farmaajo spoke on May 3 during the World Press Freedom Day.
He issued a statement paying tribute to the gallant sons and daughters working in the media.
According to President Farmaajo, the media continues to educate, inform, and entertain the people of Somalia.
He spoke of the importance of the media working in a fair, free, and responsible environment.
During Tuesday’s celebrations, Farmaajo also spoke on the need for fighting fake news.