KOTA KINABALU, March 23 (Bernama) — Getting quick responses and information from the authorities on breaking news are the main challenges facing journalists in the state, said Sabah Journalists Association (SJA) president Datuk Muguntan Vanar.
He said that as an ethical journalist, it is important to obtain official information confirmed by the authorities before publishing it in their respective media agencies.
“There is breaking news that has gone viral on social media but we cannot make a report because we need valid information, therefore we hope the authorities can help us by providing a quick response when journalists request for information,” he told Bernama.
Regarding the issue of fake news, he said the issue is something that happens often and has spread quite a lot lately, whether intentionally or…
