Ododo: We’ll encourage creation of more community radio stations in Kogi

Usman Ododo, governor of Kogi, says his administration will encourage the establishment of more community radio stations and support existing ones to thrive in the state

Ododo, in a statement on Tuesday by Ismaila Isah, his media aide, in commemoration of 2024 World Radio Day, said radio is a veritable channel for promoting understanding and peaceful coexistence in any society.

“This year’s celebration of 100 years of radio broadcasting around the world marks a significant milestone of how radio has been connecting people around the world and promoting understanding among diverse groups in the interest of peace and development of humanity,” the statement reads.

“The theme for this year’s celebration which is, ‘Radio: A century informing, entertaining and educating,’ underlines the pivotal role of radio as a means of promoting democratic governance through information dissemination that bridges the gap between government and the people and it is gratifying that this phonemenon has endured for over 100 years in our history.

“I join millions of radio listeners all over the world to celebrate the remarkable success of all radio stations in Nigeria and the practitioners especially in Kogi State who continue to defy challenges by keeping our people informed about the activities of government while also highlighting the needs and aspirations of our people in all corners of the state.”

Ododo said his administration will continue to provide an enabling environment for broadcasting and other businesses to thrive in all parts of the state.