World Radio Day

2024 - 2 - 13

Celebrating World Radio Day: Milestones and Commendations

Explore the significance of World Radio Day and the praises from notable figures in Nigeria

World Radio Day, proclaimed by UNESCO in 2011, celebrates over 100 years of radio broadcasting. Nigeria marked the day with Minister Mohammed Idris urging all radio stations to participate. Governments worldwide, including Mr. Boyce Maneli, Chairperson of the Communications and Digital Technology Committee, observed the occasion. UNESCO's new radio project aims to support migrant workers in the UK, Canada, and Australia.

Oyo Assembly praised radio professionals, emphasizing the role of journalists on World Radio Day. Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State hailed the dedication of media professionals. The Kano NUJ Chairman highlighted the importance of radio in Nigerian society. The Federal Government reiterated its commitment to expanding community radio for democracy's strength.

Notable Facts: - Minister Mohammed Idris plays a key role in Nigeria's information sector. - Governor Umo Eno's support for media professionals enhances journalism in Akwa Ibom State.

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World Radio Day: Celebrating over 100 years milestone (Internatinal Centre For Investigative Reporting)

The day was proclaimed by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) in 2011 and observed annually to commemorate the ...

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Info Min on World Radio Day. (NTA.ng)

As Nigeria joins the world to celebrate 2024 World Radio Day, Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris urged all radio stations, ...

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Communications and Digital Technology Committee Chairperson ... (Parliament of South Africa)

On Tuesday, 13 February, governments and legislatures across the world, including Mr Boyce Maneli – the Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on ...

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UNESCO's World Radio Day: New radio project to offer vital support ... (Businessday.ng)

A new radio project set to provide psycho-social support for migrant workers across the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia...

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World Radio Day: Oyo Assembly Lauds Professionals, Advocates ... (Independent Newspaper Nigeria)

The commendation was contained in a statement issued by the State House of Assembly to commemorate 2024 World Radio Day. The statement was issued and signed by ...

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World Radio Day : Eno salutes journalists for unbroken service ... (Daily Times Nigeria)

Akwa Ibom State governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has sent his message of felicitation to media professionals, especially those plying their trade.

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World Radio Day 2024: Kano NUJ Chairman calls on stations to ... (TVC News)

The Radio has become an integral part of the lives of many Nigerians. In Kano State, the number of radio stations have continued to increase reaching remote ...

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World Radio Day: FG committed to expanding community radio ... (Vanguard)

The Federal Government has stated that it is committed to expanding community radio as a tool to strengthen the nation's democracy.

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