Daily Monitor co-founder Phillip Wafula Oguttu has voiced concerns regarding ongoing negotiations to reopen Nation Media Group (NMG) Uganda. He cautions against any deal that compromises the newspaper’s editorial independence, a core principle since its establishment. Oguttu warns that allowing government influence over editorial decisions would fundamentally undermine the publication’s integrity. The statement comes as discussions continue behind the scenes regarding the terms of NMG Uganda’s reopening. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining a free and independent press. The Observer Media Ltd. initially reported on Oguttu's warning, highlighting the potential risks to journalistic freedom within Uganda. These concerns raise questions about the future of media landscape in the country.