Journalists were at the forefront of our nation’s journey to independence, wielding their pens as powerful tools against colonialism and kindling the spirit of freedom.

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said a key figure in this struggle was Abdul Samad Ismail, one of Utusan Melayu’s founders. He was a prominent journalist who played a crucial role in the anti-colonial movement.

“Founded in 1939, Utusan Melayu...