From Noah Ocheni, Lokoja
The Chairman Kogi state chapter of Radio Television Theatre and Art Workers’ Union, (RATTAWU) Comrade Haruna Isah has commended the state governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello for creating enabling environment for state Radio station to thrive.
Comrade Isah made the commendation while on a courtesy visit to the General Manager of kogi state Broadcasting cooperation.
Comrade Isah appreciated the efforts of the state governor in attempt to arrest the challenge bedevilling the state broadcasting station, particularly the purchase of new transmitter for Radio kogi and settlement of National Broadcasting commission’s
service fees.
Comrade Isah, however, condemned the action of National Broadcasting Commission, NBC for shutting down 52 stations nationwide for non payment of service fees, adding that the commission should note that the media is an oxygen of democracy, considering the security challenges and the forthcoming general election in the country.
RATTAWU chairman stressed the readiness of the new leadership to assist the general manager in any forms to ensure his efforts yield a desired result and the situation become normal in the Radio station.
In his remarks, the general Mr Oyila thanked the new executive members for the visit, soliciting their cooperation for smooth operation of the state Radio station.