Nigeria, April 22 -- The recent wave of violent attacks in Plateau State has once again exposed not only the fragile state of security in Nigeria but also the deep fissures in the way our media ecosystem processes and presents such tragedies. A media review conducted by PRNigeria between 9 and 16 April reveals an unsettling pattern of sensationalism, politicisation, and inconsistent reporting that risks aggravating an already volatile situation.

According to the report, nearly half of all media content analysed carried a distinctly negative tone, with 45 per cent of the stories amplifying themes of bloodshed, state failure, and alleged government complicity. While a degree of critical reporting is essential in a democracy, the saturation...