Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has congratulated the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN) on its 75th anniversary.
Governor Zulum, in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media, Dauda Iliya, described Radio Nigeria as one of Africa’s pioneer broadcasting institutions.
He noted that the corporation has made significant contributions to Nigeria’s independence struggle, the promotion of democratic governance, peaceful coexistence, and sustainable development.
The Governor commended the organisation for its critical role in fostering peace, unity, and stability, particularly through its local-language broadcasts during the peak of insurgency and ongoing post-conflict recovery efforts.
Professor Zulum said FRCN had remained a dependable public broadcaster, consistently promoting unity and development in Borno State throughout the 16-year insurgency.
He also lauded the corporation’s remarkable growth over the years, with its expansion to about 50 FM stations nationwide, enhancing grassroots reach and public engagement.
Governor Zulum urged Radio Nigeria to remain steadfast in its mission of uplifting the people and uniting the nation, while upholding professionalism and national cohesion through responsible broadcasting.
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