Information Minister, Mr. Labaran Maku says the Federal Government is committed to the development of the broadcast industry in Nigeria regardless of ownership status.
Mr. Maku stated this in Abuja while inaugurating a seven member Board of the Nigerian Television Authority- NTA.
Mr. Maku therefore tasked the newly inaugurated NTA Board, to rise to the challenge of digitization in the country.
In his response, the Chairman of the Board, Mr. Patrick Ogbu assured the Minister of the readiness of the members to contribute positively to the transformation of NTA.
He said that the newly reconstituted Board consists of reputable and experienced Nigerians who would help actualise Nigeria’s successful transition to digital broadcasting.