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The Digest:

The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) has warned that broadcast presenters who express personal opinions as fact, bully guests, or deny fair hearing will face sanctions. In a statement, the commission said it has observed a rise in violations of the Nigeria Broadcasting Code across news, current affairs, and political programmes. Such conduct will be deemed a Class B breach. The NBC also raised concerns over political actors using airwaves for divisive content.

Key Points:
  • Broadcasters bear full editorial responsibility for all content aired, even live.
  • Presenters must remain impartial and ensure opposing views are fairly represented.
  • Political actors are increasingly using broadcast platforms for inflammatory content.
  • The warning comes as Nigeria enters a critical electoral period.
  • Hate speech, incitement, and lack of balance will attract strict sanctions.

Broadcast stations and presenters will need to review their content practices or risk regulatory action.

Sourves: The Cable, vanguard