Chairman of The Nation Newspapers’ Editorial Board, Sam Omatseye, and other prominent figures in the media industry joined executives from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) in Lagos for a special interactive session. The event, held on Thursday, facilitated discussions on telecommunications and stakeholder management.
Key attendees included Dr. Aminu Maida, the Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of NCC, and Adeleke Adewolu, the Executive Commissioner for Stakeholder Management. Also present were Engr. Ubale Maska, the Executive Commissioner for Technical Services at NCC, as well as notable media personalities such as Sam Omatseye, Maureen Chigbo (President, Guild of Corporate Online Publishers/Publisher, RealNews Magazine), and Eze Anaba (President, Guild of Nigerian Editors/Editor, Vanguard Newspapers).
The interactive session covered crucial issues affecting the telecommunications sector and its relationship with the media. Discussions ranged from regulatory developments to the evolving role of the media in shaping public perception of the industry.
The meeting underscored a commitment to fostering collaboration and understanding between NCC and media entities. With representatives from leading publications and online platforms in attendance, the session provided a platform for open dialogue and the exchange of insights.
Given the telecommunications sector’s significant role in Nigeria’s socio-economic development, the engagement between NCC leadership and media influencers in Lagos signifies a positive stride toward enhancing transparency, communication, and mutual cooperation between regulatory bodies and the media.
