NBC suspends licence of Human Rights Radio in Abuja
The National Broadcasting Commission, NBC, has suspended the operating licence of Human Rights Radio, Abuja for one month over the assault of a guest on the programme by its owner and programme presenter, Ahmed Isah.
The suspension takes effect from May 31, 2021.
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A statement issued by the Commission on Thursday in Abuja said the Human Right Radio must pay a recommencement fee before its licence will be restored.
It also demanded that the station must put its house in order and purges itself of unprofessional conduct.
Ahmed Isah, host of a very popular radio show that highlights human rights abuses was seen on camera assaulting a woman invited to participate in the programme.
He had since apologised for his conduct.
Source: AIT NEWS
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