To engance broadcasting services, content development, and skit-making, the Edo State Government and the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) have announced a partnership to establish a digital hub in Benin City.
The Director-General of NBC, Mr. Charles Ebuebu, disclosed this plan on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, during a courtesy visit to Governor Monday Okpebholo at the Government House, Benin City.
The chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Fred Itua in a statement quoted him to have welcomed the collaboration, stating that his administration is committed to creating an enabling environment to support the initiative.
He noted that the NBC’s decision to partner with Edo State and utilize Edo Broadcasting Service (EBS) as a platform is a testament to the government’s achievements within a few months in office.
“Edo is a home of history and culture. We have everything here. Your decision to work with us shows you recognize the progress we are making,” Okpebholo said.
NBC boss Ebuebu emphasized that the digital hub will provide a platform for young content creators in Edo State to showcase their talents, monetize their content, and gain national and international visibility.
“Many talented youths have great content but lack the platform to showcase it. This partnership will empower them while also boosting the growth of EBS,” he stated.
EBS Managing Director, Sulaiman Aledeh, praised Governor Okpebholo for reviving the EBS station in Ihievbe, Edo North, which had been inactive for over a decade.
“In less than 100 days, the Governor has reactivated our Ihievbe station, setting the stage for improved Edo-language and Pidgin broadcasting,” Aledeh said.
The collaboration marks NBC’s first such partnership with any state in Nigeria and is expected to expand digital broadcasting and empower content creators in Edo State.