BNP Standing Committee Member Mirza Abbas on Friday raised questions about why the media are not reporting on allegations of financial transactions between some specific political parties and business groups.
"Some political parties still have connections with certain businessmen... sometimes we hear about donations of amounts like Tk15/16 crore, sometimes Tk100 crore (to different parties). Why don't you (media) write about this?" he said.
Mirza Abbas made the comments while speaking at an iftar party organized by the Dhaka Reporters' Unity on its premises.
He urged journalists to understand the gravity of their responsibility in highlighting societal anomalies and wrongdoings.
"Your pen is far more powerful than a sword. What you write or say can greatly benefit the nation, but it can also cause harm if misused," the BNP leader said.
Mirza Abbas called upon the media to uphold professionalism and integrity, ensuring that the truth is presented to the public.
