DAR ES SALAAM, Feb. 2 -- WASAFI Media Director Naseeb Abdul, alias Diamond Platnumz, has thrown his weight behind the Journalists Accreditation Board (JAB), praising its role in enforcing the Media Services Act and pledging full compliance with all legal requirements governing the media industry.

Speaking after a visit to the Boards offices to seek clarification on key legal issues, Diamond made it clear that Wasafi Media has no intention of sidestepping the law, but is instead ready to work hand in hand with regulators to strengthen professionalism in journalism.

He acknowledged that the Media Services Act has had an impact on media houses, and insisted it cannot be contested, noting that it provided sufficient time for stakeholders to...