STORYTELLERS MARK FIVE YEARS ON STARTIMES

Blackdrum TV Marks 5 Years of Authentic African Storytelling on StarTimes. Launched on February 1, 2021, Blackdrum TV has officially crossed a major milestone – five years of uninterrupted, culturally rich broadcasting on StarTimes. In just half a decade, Africa’s leading culture and lifestyle channel has captivated audiences across the continent and the Diaspora, delivering…

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SECURITY: FG CHARGES EL-RUFAI TO COURT

The Federal Government has entered a three-count charge against the former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, alleging that he unlawfully intercepted the phone communication of the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu. In the charge the FG lodged before the Federal High Court in Abuja, through the Department of State Services (DSS), the erstwhile…

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NBC HOSTS TRAINING ON LICENCE

The National Broadcasting Commission’s Office of the Secretary to the Commission (OSTC) is hosting a two-day capacity-building workshop on “Integrated Broadcast Licence Processing: Application to Recommendation” at Goshen Guest House, Abuja-Keffi Expressway, from today Feb 16-17, 2026. The training aims to boost participants’ understanding of broadcast licence processing, aligning with best practices and regulatory standards.

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HOW 2027 RIVERS GUBER RACE WILL PLAY OUT By Emeka Amaefula

As Rivers State moves steadily toward the 2027 governorship election, 3 dominant political forces shape the emerging landscape: Governor Sir Siminalayi Fubara’s bid for continuity, the enduring grassroots dominance of Minister Nyesom Ezenwo Wike’s Renewed Hope political family, and the strategic posture of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at both national and state levels. The…

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THE YEMI FAROUNBI COLLOQUIM

In the spirit of a statesman and diplomat, whose cadence marshalled resolve in the face of daunting odds, I shall pursue the truth with unwavering purpose, acknowledge the imperfections of our journey, and chart a course that fuses heritage with innovations, so that broadcasting serves democracy with greater fidelity, transparency, and accountability. I. The Evolution…

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NBC CELEBRATES WORLD RADIO DAY

The National Broadcasting Commission has joined the global community in celebrating World Radio Day under the theme: “Radio and Artificial Intelligence: AI is a tool, not a voice.” Radio remains Nigeria’s most accessible medium, reaching millions across both cities and rural communities. It informs, educates, entertains, and unites us, ensuring no one is left behind…

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