Our Reporter
The Board of Management of the National Broadcasting Commission, on the 30th July 2025, received a delegation from the ECOWAS Network of Electoral Commission (ECONEC) at the Commission’s headquarters.
The visit was part of a post-election follow-up and needs assessment mission, which is a key element of ongoing efforts to support Nigeria’s electoral reform process following the 2023 General Elections.
The Director General, Mr. Charles Ebuebu, in his welcome remarks, stated that the Commission was looking forward to collaborations and partnerships that will enhance the country’s electoral process.
The Lead of the delegates from ECONEC, Mrs. Davidetta Browne Lansanah (Chairperson, NEC Liberia), pointed out that the visit, was one of several engagements with key stakeholders in Nigeria’s electoral system to assess the extent to which the recommendations from the ECOWAS and AU Election Observation Missions have been implemented, following the 2023 General Elections, particularly concerning media regulation, political communication, and electoral transparency.
She further stated that the ECONEC will also Identify gaps and areas where ECOWAS and other partners can support the NBC in preparation for the 2027 General Elections and discuss ways to enhance the NBC’s role in ensuring fair and balanced media coverage during election periods, thereby, combating misinformation, and safeguarding freedom of expression within the electoral context.
Mr Charles Ebuebu expressed the NBC’s commitment to reforms and collaboration with regional bodies to improve its electoral-related mandates.
The ECOWAS team commended the NBC’s efforts and pledged to provide technical support where necessary, particularly in areas of media monitoring, legal framework enhancement, and public information strategies.
The visit concluded with a mutual agreement to maintain open communication channels and to include NBC in broader consultations as part of the preparatory roadmap for the 2027 General Elections.
