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The Digest:

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested two employees of Metrodigital Television Ltd, operators of SLTV, in Port Harcourt for allegedly illegally rebroadcasting DSTV and GOtv content. The arrests followed a court order authorizing the seizure of broadcasting equipment and a freeze on accounts linked to the suspected piracy operation.

Key Points:
  • EFCC arrested SLTV director Chinedu Nwaikwu and engineer Uche Kanu.
  • The raid occurred at the company’s Port Harcourt office on Order Street.
  • 22 decoders and other transmission equipment were seized as evidence.
  • A Federal High Court issued preservation and injunction orders against the company.
  • Bank accounts linked to the suspects were placed under Post-No-Debit restrictions.
  • The case has been adjourned to October 22 for plea and continuation.
  • The EFCC reaffirmed its commitment to protecting intellectual property rights.
As digital content distribution grows, this case highlights the ongoing struggle between innovation and regulation, and the legal risks of unauthorized broadcasting in Nigeria’s evolving media landscape.

Sources: PM News