The National Broadcasting Commission, (NBC), has summoned the popular Brekete Family Show host, Ahmad Isah, otherwise known as Ordinary President, for assaulting a woman.
Isah, who is the Chief Executive Officer of Human Rights Radio 101.1FM radio station, Abuja, was captured slapping an interviewee in a British Broadcasting Corporation, (BBC), Africa Eye documentary.
The woman was accused of setting her brother’s daughter on fire over alleged witchcraft. According to reports, she had tied the minor’s hand and legs, poured kerosene on her head and ignited a fire.
Isah while asking how she confirmed the girl was a witch lost his cool and slapped her twice.
The NBC’s Deputy Director, Public Affairs, Ekanem Antia, told newsmen that the agency is concerned about the incident, adding that the invitation would help the Commission to understand the circumstances that led to the assault.
“As a regulatory body for the broadcast media, the NBC cannot overlook this”, he noted, adding that, “Broadcasting should guarantee fairness for all citizens and a broadcaster should grant a right of reply to every citizen before passing judgment.’’
Antia urged broadcasters to recognise the power they have and exercise such with great responsibility and sensitivity.
The spokesman appealed to broadcasters to focus on programmes that address issues bordering on peace and proffer solutions to Nigeria’s problems.
