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World Press Freedom Day: “Nigeria can’t thrive without independent media” – IBAN warns

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IBAN warns

The Independent Broadcasting Association of Nigeria (IBAN) has stressed that Nigeria’s democratic future depends largely on the protection of a free, independent and responsible press. In an issued statement marking the 2026 World Press Freedom Day, Chairman of IBAN, Alhaji (Dr.) Ahmed Tijjani Ramalan, described independent media as a cornerstone of democracy and a critical instrument for ensuring accountability, building public trust and promoting national unity. Ramalan reaffirmed the association’s commitment to defending press freedom and supporting pluralistic, high-quality journalism amid growing challenges confronting media organisations and practitioners across the…

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IBAN blasts Yusuf Mamman over ‘misguided’ attack

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IBAN demands retraction

…Defends stand against threat to journalist Aminu Imam The Independent Broadcasters Association of Nigeria (IBAN) has strongly rebuked Yusuf Mamman over what it described as an “unfounded and dangerous” attack on the association and its leadership, following its condemnation of a controversial remark by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike. In a statement issued  on Wednesday, signed by its Interim Secretary Fidelis Duker, IBAN said Mamman’s criticism of its reaction to Wike’s alleged threat against a Channels Television journalist, Seun Okinbaloye, was not only misguided but…

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IBAN demands retraction, apology from FCT minister over ‘shoot’ remark

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IBAN demands retraction

…Threaten boycott of press briefings until compliance The Independent Broadcast Association of Nigeria (IBAN) – the recognised umbrella body representing the interests of all independent broadcast stations across the country – has issued a strong warning to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, demanding a retraction and public apology over a controversial comment directed at a television journalist. In an issued statement dated April 6, 2026, the association said it may direct its members nationwide to boycott all media engagements involving the minister if he fails…

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IBAN Chair moves to file cybercrime charges against BoN Vice-Chair, MS4 Comms. MD

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Aminu Imam The Chairman of the Independent Broadcasters Association of Nigeria (IBAN), Alhaji (Dr.) Ahmed Tijjani Ramalan, has announced plans to initiate legal action, including cybercrime charges, against the Vice-Chairman of the Broadcasting Organisation of Nigeria (BoN), Tony Akiotu, and the Managing Director/Chief Operating Officer of MS4 Communications Ltd., Tony Uyah. In a notice circulated to the outgoing BON Chairman, the Executive Secretary, members of the BON Central Working Committee (CWC) and other stakeholders, Ramalan accused the two media executives of making false allegations against him, which he said were…

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Broadcast media owners move to challenge ‘hidden’ 4% levy

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Broadcast media owners

…Plans appeal to NASS Broadcast media operators across Nigeria are mobilising to formally challenge a controversial 4% development levy embedded in the country’s newly introduced tax regime, warning that the charge could further strain an industry already battling high operating costs. In a press statement issued yesterday, indigenous terrestrial and satellite television channels, alongside AM and FM radio stations, disclosed plans to write to the 10th National Assembly (NASS) demanding the expungement of what they described as an “illegally buried” levy in the new tax laws. The broadcasters said uncertainty…

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IBAN, ARCON set up joint c’ttee to draft new Advertising standards framework

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IBAN, ARCON on advertising

The Independent Broadcasting Association of Nigeria, (IBAN), has opened formal talks with the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria, (ARCON), on sweeping reforms aimed at overhauling the nation’s advertising standards for the broadcast industry. During a meeting held yesterday at ARCON’s Annex Head Office in Utako District, Abuja, IBAN Chairman, Alhaji (Dr.) Ahmed Tijjani Ramalan, led a select committee of the association to engage with ARCON Director-General, Dr. Olalekan Olumuyiwa Fadolapo. According to a statement issued after the engagement, Ramalan presented a detailed proposal outlining IBAN’s vision for a comprehensive regulatory…

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Broadcasting: IBAN seeks presidential order on local content, digital protection, at 2025 AGM

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Broadcasting IBAN

The Independent Broadcasting Association of Nigeria, (IBAN), has called on the Federal Government to issue a Presidential Executive Order enforcing local content and a “Nigeria-First” advertising policy, as part of far-reaching resolutions adopted at its 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Conference, held on November 20 at the DAAR Communications Headquarters in Abuja. With the theme: ‘Broadcasting for Information Sovereignty, National Cohesion, and Digital Security’, the conference approved several key documents, including the establishment of a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) for Nigeria IBAN Streams, aimed at strengthening indigenous broadcast platforms…

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“Nigeria’s sovereignty is our paramount,  primary national interest” – Tuggar@IBAN 2025 AGM

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Tuggar@IBAN 2025 AGM

Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Maitama Tuggar, has stressed the significance of Nigeria’s information sovereignty as paramount as it represents digital-age equivalent of territorial integrity and the ability of the country to tell its own stories. The Minister, in his goodwill message during the Independent Broadcasting Association of Nigeria (IBAN) 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Conference, with the theme: ‘Broadcasting for Information Sovereignty, National Cohesion and Digital Security’, which was held in Abuja, maintained information sovereignty will counter the corrosive effects of foreign-sponsored disinformation and cultural homogenization. Represented by…

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$25bn Media Economy: IBAN unveils bold Roadmap to revitalise Nigeria’s broadcast industry

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Ramalan

…As FG hails Ramalan’s leadership, security reforms The Independent Broadcasting Association of Nigeria, (IBAN), has rolled out an ambitious strategic roadmap to revitalise Nigeria’s broadcast industry, as the Federal Government commended the association’s chairman, Alhaji (Dr.) Ahmed Tijjani Ramalan, for his leadership and contribution to national development. Speaking at IBAN’s 2nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Abuja on Thursday, Ramalan presented a comprehensive reform agenda aimed at strengthening regulation, boosting industry capacity, and unlocking Nigeria’s estimated $25 billion media economy.  He noted that IBAN, which controls 65% of the country’s…

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Alleged Genocide: “You must help Nigeria denounce ‘misleading’ narratives”, FG urges broadcasters 

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Minister Idris 2 broadcasters

Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has urged the media to help in correcting the negative narrative about the country. Idris made the call at the 2025 Annual General Meeting and Conference of the Independent Broadcasters Association of Nigeria, (IBAN), yesterday in Abuja. The conference, with the theme: “Broadcasting for Information Sovereignty, National Cohesion and Digital Security”, was organised by IBAN. The Minister said the theme speaks directly to Nigeria’s present realities and shows the crucial role the media must continue to play in shaping a stable, secure,…

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