President of BAVCCA, Mr. Ikechukwu Chukwunyere, led the delegation on a courtesy visit to the Chief Judge of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Hon. Justice Husseini Baba-Yusuf
Bloggers and Vloggers, Content Creators Association of Nigeria (BAVCCA) has called for stronger collaboration between the judiciary and the digital media community to promote ethical reporting, digital accountability, and justice literacy among Nigerians.
Speaking during a courtesy visit to the Honourable Chief Judge of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in Abuja, the President of BAVCCA, Mr. Ikechukwu Chukwunyere, said the association, which comprises over 5,000 professional digital creators, bloggers, vloggers, and online journalists nationwide, recognizes the judiciary as a critical pillar of democracy and the rule of law.
He noted that in an era where information spreads rapidly online, responsible digital engagement has become crucial to maintaining public trust in the justice system.
“In this digital age, the court of public opinion often runs faster than the court of law. As a responsible association, BAVCCA is committed to ensuring that our members adhere to ethical standards, respect judicial processes, and avoid content that may subvert justice or mislead the public,” Chukwunyere said.
The BAVCCA president explained that the visit had three objectives — to pay respect to the judiciary, to seek partnership in promoting ethical digital reportage, and to establish a formal working relationship for joint initiatives in legal awareness and public education.
Chukwunyere announced that BAVCCA is embarking on a “Digital Responsibility and Judicial Awareness Campaign”, which aims to educate over 10 million social media users on online ethics, the dangers of cyber defamation, and the importance of respecting court rulings and legal procedures.
He appealed to the Chief Judge to serve as a patron of the campaign, noting that the judiciary’s involvement would lend credibility and institutional strength to the initiative.
“We believe that with closer collaboration between the judiciary and our association, we can bridge the gap between law and digital literacy, ensuring that our platforms help demystify legal processes and promote public trust in the courts,” he added.
BAVCCA also proposed a number of collaborative efforts with the judiciary, including joint training sessions for digital reporters covering court proceedings, a “Judiciary and the Digital Media” conference slated for early next year, and periodic sensitization sessions on responsible online commentary about judicial matters.
While commending the FCT judiciary for its commitment to justice delivery and the ongoing digitalization of court processes, Chukwunyere praised the Chief Judge’s leadership, describing it as “a model of integrity, impartiality, and modernization.”
He concluded by reaffirming BAVCCA’s dedication to national development through responsible digital engagement.
In his response, Hon. Justice Husseini Baba-Yusuf welcomed the BAVCCA delegation and congratulated the association’s executive members on their election, noting that their emergence was a reflection of trust, character, and competence.
The Chief Judge commended the association for organizing themselves into a structured professional body to check the excesses of online media practitioners, describing the initiative as a step toward ensuring credibility and discipline within the digital space.
He encouraged the leadership to guide their members responsibly and focus on building the association’s reputation as a partner in nation-building.
“You have a very critical role to play in shaping public opinion. Lead rightly, promote truth, and ensure that your platforms contribute positively to the growth of our democracy,” Justice Baba-Yusuf advised.
The Chief Judge also expressed willingness to co-host the proposed “Judiciary and Digital Media” conference with BAVCCA in early 2026, aimed at deepening dialogue between judges, lawyers, and digital content creators on the evolving relationship between law and media technology.
The courtesy visit ended with group photographs between the BAVCCA leadership and the Chief Judge, symbolizing the beginning of a strategic partnership between the Bench and the Blogosphere in advancing ethical digital communication in Nigeria.
