The Federal Government on Tuesday raised the fine for hate speech from N500,000 to 5 million naira,The government also mandated broadcast stations to devote airtime for public education and enlightenm
ent on emergencies such as the Covid-19 pandemic.
According to the statement made available on the social media platforms of the ministry, Mohammed said the amendments were necessitated by a Presidential directive, in the wake of the 2019 general elections, for an inquiry into the regulatory role of the National Broadcasting Commission as well as the conduct of the various broadcast stations before, during and after the elections.
“The law prohibiting backlog of advertising debts will definitely promote sustainability for the station owners and producers of content.
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