To some people, this might be described as a peep into the unknown. To many however it is a journey through an identifiable terrain. A journey of a thousand miles begins with a step, unlike the broadcasting journey that could begin with a bi-labial or a labiodental consonant sound. The Nigerian Broadcasting Commission NBC, on…
An insight into the Radio Nigeria Network Newscast experience of one of the pioneers in the industry, the famous News Magazine programme presenter, Mr Tayo Adebayo, now a retired venerable of the Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion. Mr Tayo Adebayo was born into the famous Onibudo family of Kudeti, in Ibadan. He had his primary…
Broadcasting is a global phenomenon, which serves as an essential aspect of any nation’s socio-cultural life. The significance of Broadcasting cannot be over-emphasized hence private broadcasting in Nigeria was enabled in 1992 by the Federal Government that saw privatization of the electronic media as a very good Legacy. The National Broadcasting Commission the (NBC) was…
The Governor, State of Osun, Mr. Adegboyega Oyetola described the Osun Master plan for Culture and Tourism for Sustainable Economy as a laudable component of the state’s comprehensive template for expanding the state’s economic diversification programme, while improving its internal revenue generation drive and bolstering the reputation and image of the state. The governor made…
It is noteworthy at this point in time to stress the basic objective of the National Broadcasting code which is to nurture freedom and responsibility, in strict observance of professionalism.
The role of governments at all levels in media management cannot be overemphasized. Since the advent of television and eventually radio services in 1959 and 1960, governments have played significant roles in the management of media outfits; roles which have also made them pass through different stages of the good, the bad and the ugly,…
“The Village Headmaster, What an Idea!!!”, was the complementary remark and observation of those who chose to appreciate what it was to really put two and two together to make four in Radio and Television drama production. The television series was produced after Nigeria gained independence in 1960 and later became a Republic in 1963….
Political activists before Independence might not want to agree in all totality that no matter how Colonialism might have been negatively tainted, Broadcasting in Africa particularly Nigeria is one of the gains Nigeria had from Colonialism. Nigeria for example was a colony of Britain, meaning that Nigeria was governed by people from another country which…
The New Masquerade The Nigerian Civil War has been described as the worst and most unpalatable experience of the Nigeria Nation and in its annals of history. The trauma and other devastating effects lingered for quite some time with the counting of losses and the dance to the tune of other terrible experiences that are…
Mani Onumonu is a highly creative, profoundly analytical and multi-skilled individual with immense knowledge and practical experience of the media in Nigeria and Europe. He has an excellent communication with first class inter-personal skills developed from interactions with professionals and people from a variety of background, knowledge and education. He is in the class of…
