The Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has called on the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) to expand its regulatory oversight to encompass online radio and television platforms, aiming to curb the spread of unverified and inflammatory content across digital spaces.
He warned that such content poses a serious threat to peace, unity, and national security.
‘The unregulated online broadcasting environment has become a breeding ground for misinformation and hate speech, especially on sensitive issues such as religion and politics.
This was contained in a statement issued by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mustapha Muhammad.
According to him, ‘It is time for the NBC to take proactive measures to ensure accountability and ethical standards in the digital media space,’.
Governor Yusuf made the call while delivering his remarks at the Africast 2025 Conference, organized by the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) in Lagos, where media professionals, policymakers, and stakeholders gathered to discuss emerging trends in the broadcast industry.
He then expressed concern over the growing misuse of online broadcasting platforms, particularly those that promote divisive narratives on religion and politics.
Speaking at the occasion, the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Information commended the call and disclosed that the National Assembly is already working on an amendment to the NBC Act, which has passed second reading in the Senate.
He stated that the amendment seeks to empower the Commission with all necessary legal authority to effectively regulate webcasts and online broadcast media platforms, ensuring that digital broadcasters are held to the same professional and ethical standards as traditional media.