Nigeria: NBC Penalises 88 Broadcast Stations for Breaching Code

20 February 2018

The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) has sanctioned no fewer than 88 broadcast stations for breeching various provisions of the Nigeria Broadcasting Code in the fourth quarter (Q4) of 2017.

The stations, which included radio and television outfits, were fined over N11 million.In a statement yesterday in Abuja, Head, Public Affairs at NBC, Mrs. Maimuna Jimada, disclosed that their offences ranged from breaches of rules on vulgar lyrics, unverifiable claims and hate speeches, among others. She pointed out that broadcasters have a duty to promote the socio-economic wellbeing of the country and abide strictly by the provisions of the Broadcasting Code.

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