On Friday, the non-governmental organisations Devcom Network and The Challenge Initiative called on media professionals to continue their advocacy and awareness-raising for family planning services.

Bello Kilgori, TCI manager for Sokoto, made the call at a review meeting of the media focal group, a component of the TCI/Devcom project in Sokoto.

He commended local media for their role in promoting family planning services, particularly at the grassroots level.

Mr Kilgori highlighted that the group had achieved success in raising awareness among parents and households across the LGAs where the project was active.

He added that Sokoto was now recognised as a leading state in family planning adoption, with the project contributing to its success.

He said the meeting reviewed challenges and opportunities in reporting on family planning initiatives in Sokoto.

Media practitioner Abdullahi Elkurebe shared guidelines and strategies for effective reporting, addressing challenges and offering solutions for better journalism practices.

Naomi Kogbenda of Vision FM, Sokoto, suggested the organisers introduce a timeline for media programmes to improve delivery.

Isma’il Umar of Voice of Nigeria called for greater commitment to increasing awareness of family planning and contraceptive services.

Musa Ubandawaki, the project’s media coordinator, stated that the meeting was organised to review achievements, discuss challenges, and explore ways to further enhance the project’s impact.

The meeting also stressed the importance of sharing ideas and experiences to improve media coverage throughout the year.

The event was crucial in fostering collaboration to ensure effective media coverage and continued advocacy for family planning services.

(NAN)