Khadijah Aliyu
The Kano State Government has pledged financial and other forms of assistance to the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA), Kano Network Centre, ahead of its 50th anniversary celebration.
Deputy Governor Murtala Sule Garo gave the assurance when he received the management of NTA Kano, led by its General Manager, Yusuf Sani Hanga, on a courtesy visit to his office.
Alhaji Garo, who spoke on behalf of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, described the media as a critical partner in governance, particularly in informing the public about government policies, programmes and activities, as well as providing a platform for public feedback.
He acknowledged NTA’s contributions to national unity, cultural preservation and public enlightenment, noting the station’s role in reporting government activities and developments across Kano State.
Congratulating the management and staff on the forthcoming Golden Jubilee, the Deputy Governor said the station’s 50-year journey reflected its contributions to information dissemination, education, entertainment and public service.
He urged NTA Kano to sustain accuracy, fairness and professionalism in its reportage, while giving attention to critical sectors such as education, healthcare, agriculture, security, environmental protection and youth development.
Alhaji Garo also described objective reporting and constructive criticism as essential tools for evaluating government policies and promoting accountability.
On the requests presented by the delegation, he promised to discuss with Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf the possibility of granting NTA access to provide live coverage of government programmes.
He also accepted the invitation to the Golden Jubilee celebration and pledged to extend the invitation to the Governor.
The Deputy Governor further assured the management that the state government would provide financial and other forms of support to facilitate the anniversary activities.
Earlier, NTA Kano General Manager, Yusuf Sani Hanga, said the visit was aimed at strengthening the station’s relationship with the state government, formally informing the Deputy Governor of the forthcoming anniversary and seeking support for the celebration.
He commended the state government’s development projects and expressed the station’s readiness to showcase the activities on NTA Network News and other programmes as part of its coverage.
Radio Nigeria reports that NTA Kano is preparing to mark 50 years of broadcasting and public service.
Editing by Khadija Kubau
