Category: Media

FCCPC withdraws criminal case against MultiChoice

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FCCPC MultiChoice

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission, (FCCPC), has withdrawn its criminal case against MultiChoice Nigeria Limited and its top executives, after both parties reportedly reached an amicable settlement. Recall that the FCCPC and MultiChoice have been at odds for months since the pay-TV operator hiked the pricing of its DStv and GOtv services in March. The FCCPC then summoned the company to explain the rationale for the increases and submit supporting papers, after which it said MultiChoice failed to comply. Viewing this as a violation of the FCCPC Act’s…

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Information Minister Idris, Ramalan, Broadcast Chiefs forge alliance to tackle national challenges through Media

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Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, yesterday hosted leading Broadcast Executives – Chairman, Independent Broadcasters Association of Nigeria, (IBAN), North-West zone,, Alhaji (Dr.) Ahmed Tijjani Ramalan, and AIT/Raypower boss, Chief Raymond Dokpesi Jnr — in Abuja for talks on deepening media collaboration in national development. The meeting, held at the minister’s office, focused on strengthening cooperation between government and media organisations in promoting national orientation, culture, and public awareness. Ramalan, who also chairs the Northern Broadcast Media Owners Association (NBMOA), urged government agencies and corporate bodies to leverage…

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New NTA appointments: Tinubu makes U-turn, returns erstwhile DG

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Tinubu on NTA

Tinubu has directed the recall of Salihu Abdullahi Dembos as Director-General of the Nigerian Television Authority, (NTA), and Ayo Adewuyi as Executive Director (News). The decision, conveyed in a statement yesterday by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, effectively restores the two senior executives to their tenures, which were briefly disrupted by changes in NTA management.

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“I’m not a journalist, I am a Broadcast Media Owner” – Ramalan clarifies

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Ramalan

Founder of Liberty TV/Radio FM stations, and associated online platforms, Alhaji (Dr.) Ahmed Tijjani Ramalan, has publicly clarified his professional role, stressing that he should not be referred to as a journalist. In a statement issued yesterday, the media entrepreneur explained that his position is distinct from that of reporters, presenters, or correspondents who work on his platforms. “Let me state it plainly – as a broadcast owner, I own and control broadcast media outlets such as radio stations, television channels and digital platforms”, he stated. Ramalan noted that while…

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NBC @ 33: IBAN Chairman, Ramalan hails regulator’s role in shaping Nigeria’s media, entertainment and culture

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Ramalan

By Aminu Imam The Independent Broadcasting Association of Nigeria (IBAN) Chairman, Alhaji (Dr.) Ahmed Tijjani Ramalan, has congratulated the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) as it marks 33 years of regulating Nigeria’s broadcast industry. In a goodwill message via an issued statement yesterday, Ramalan praised NBC for providing the framework that has allowed radio and television to flourish, transforming the nation’s media landscape and influencing multiple industries. He noted that broadcasting has been pivotal in promoting Nollywood, Nigerian music, fashion, and cultural heritage, projecting the nation’s creative industries across the globe.…

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SERAP, Editors sue Niger Gov., NBC over Badeggi FM threats

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The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) and the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) have filed a lawsuit against the Governor of Niger State, Umaru Bago, and the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), seeking to halt the alleged intimidation of BadeggiFM Radio, Minna. The suit, filed at the Federal High Court in Lagos on behalf of SERAP and NGE by their lawyers Kolawole Oluwadare, Oluwakemi Agunbiade and Andrew Nwankwo, follows recent remarks by Governor Bago in which he threatened to revoke the station’s licence, seal its premises, demolish its building, and…

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Concerned citizens urge Kano State govt. to nationalize Arewa24 TV channel 

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Arewa24 TV

…Accuses American/Jewish ownership of local content breaches  Aminu Imam The Spokesman of Kano Concerned Citizens Initiative, (KCCI), in a Press Statement has called in National Security and Regional Economic Interest on the Federal and Kano State Governments  to nationalise  and take over the control of the Arewa24 TV channel’s illegal operations in Kano, accusing its American Jewish ownership and Nigerian operators of “serious breaches”. “He said in view of serious breaches (and) with a view to saving this highly strategic company, stated. “This measure is in line with the vision…

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Court bars Niger Govt. from acting against Badeggi Radio

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Court bars Niger Govt

The High Court of Justice of Niger State has issued an interim injunction restraining the Niger State Government and its agencies from taking any further action against Badeggi Radio Broadcasting Services Ltd and its Director, Mohammed Shu’aibu Badeggi, amid a mounting legal standoff. The interim order, granted yesterday by Justice Mohammed Mohammed, prevents the Governor of Niger State, the Attorney-General, and the Niger State Urban Development Board from revoking, withdrawing, seizing, cancelling, or terminating Badeggi Radio’s operating license. The court also barred them from any forceful entry, invasion, demolition, or…

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Kaduna: Gov. Sani appoints new MD for KSMC

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New MD for KSMC

Governor of Kaduna State, Senator Uba Sani, has appointed Ben Solomon Ɗalhatu Kure as the Managing Director of Kaduna State Media Corporation, (KSMC).  According to a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Ibraheem Musa, yesterday, Kure replaces Ahmed Maiyaki who has just been appointed the Commissioner for Information. The statement said he is expected to build on Ahmed Maiyaƙi’s excellent work which has transformed the media corporation into a strategic vehicle for effective public information dissemination and management.  The Chief Press Secretary said: “Ben Kure is a public communication…

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Minister urges calm, as Badeggi FM closure stirs controversy 

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Minister urges calm

Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has urged all parties involved in the recent shutdown of Badeggi FM radio station in Niger State to remain calm.  In a statement signed by his Special Assistant on Media, Rabiu Ibrahim, the Minister emphasised the importance of maintaining peace while the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) investigates the matter. The closure of the station was ordered by Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago during an expanded Niger State APC Caucus Meeting held in Minna on August 2. The directive, which the Minister was present…

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