BON inaugurates six ad-hoc committees to drive innovation, broadcasting industry reform
The Chairman of the Broadcasting Organisations of Nigeria (BON), Senior High Chief Tony Akiotu, has inaugurated six Ad-Hoc Committees to spearhead innovation, strengthen collaboration, enhance capacity development and drive strategic reforms across Nigeria’s broadcasting industry.
The inauguration ceremony, held on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, brought together managing directors, general managers, veteran broadcasters and media professionals from across the country. Describing the initiative as a major milestone, Akiotu said it represents the fulfilment of key campaign promises and forms part of efforts to reposition BON to effectively address emerging challenges in the broadcast sector.
Among those in attendance were veteran broadcaster and trainer Bimbo Oloyede; Tony Uyah of M4S TV; Kingsley Uranta of Channels Television; Chukwudi Okolie-Ugbojah; Ismael Sani of Platinum TV; Ibrahim Shehu of Trust TV; Christabel Ojay-Iyanya of Joy FM; Patrick Ugbe of Hit FM; former General Manager of Radio Nigeria, Funke Treasure; and BON Executive Secretary, Dr. Yemisi Bamgbose, alongside other industry stakeholders.
In his address, Akiotu explained that the committees were established not only to implement his administration’s policy objectives but also to create a platform for continuous engagement between BON member organisations and experienced broadcasting professionals.
He said the initiative is aimed at strengthening the organisation’s operations and ensuring that BON, as the umbrella body for broadcast media organisations in Nigeria, plays a more impactful role in shaping the future of the industry.
“The Ad-Hoc Committees are essentially meant to strengthen the operations of BON, with the objective of ensuring that the umbrella body of broadcast media houses makes more direct and meaningful impact on the broadcast media industry across the Federal Republic of Nigeria,” Akiotu said.
The BON chairman also commended veteran broadcasters and media professionals who accepted appointments to the committees, describing their wealth of experience as invaluable to the organisation’s growth and the advancement of the industry.
The six committees inaugurated are:
Content Collaboration, Programming and Innovation
Training, Skills Modernisation and Talent Development
Industry Sustainability and Cost Optimisation
Digital Transition, Regulation and NBC Engagement
Policy Advocacy, Stakeholder Engagement and National Development
Sports Rights, Investment and Commercial
According to Akiotu, each committee will be chaired by a member of the BON General Assembly and will work closely with the BON Secretariat in carrying out its responsibilities.
The committees are expected to submit interim reports within three months, while implementation of approved recommendations is projected to begin within six months. Their initial tenure is 12 months, with the possibility of extension where necessary.
To ensure transparency, accountability and alignment with BON’s strategic objectives, Akiotu stated that all committee activities, correspondence and financial transactions would be coordinated through the BON Secretariat.
He urged committee members to approach their assignments with dedication, reminding them of Nigeria’s pioneering role in African broadcasting.
“We should always remember that it was the Federal Republic of Nigeria that pioneered television broadcasting in Africa. This historic feat should inspire us to remain at the forefront by providing the leadership and innovation required in the industry,” he said.
Expressing confidence in the initiative, Akiotu said the committees would help strengthen BON, promote sustainable growth and contribute significantly to the continued development of Nigeria’s broadcasting industry.
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