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Fed Govt Unveils Ambitious DSO Blueprint - Minister Idris Leads Charge.

Katsina City News
27 Nov, 2023
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In a significant development, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, announced today the imminent revelation of a comprehensive blueprint for the nationwide rollout of the Digital Switch Over (DSO). The disclosure was made during the inauguration of the Management Conference and Retreat of the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) in Abuja.

Expressing the government's steadfast commitment to the DSO project, Minister Idris emphasized the meticulous efforts undertaken by the Ministry to ensure the success of the DSO blueprint. He urged the NTA, a key player in the DSO initiative, to play a pivotal role in its implementation across both urban and rural areas.

Addressing the dynamic challenges posed by emerging technologies and evolving viewer preferences, Minister Idris challenged the NTA to uphold journalistic integrity while embracing innovation. He underscored the importance of the retreat in light of the media landscape's changing dynamics, marked by a proliferation of information sources and the prevalence of misinformation on social media.

Highlighting the positive impact of upgrading NTÀ's signal from standard to high definition, Minister Idris emphasized the need for replication across all NTA stations nationwide. He linked this initiative to the broader goals of the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Tinubu's administration, urging the NTA to effectively communicate the administration's successes and policy direction to the Nigerian public.

Calling on the NTA to rediscover its golden era, Minister Idris encouraged the station to produce content reminiscent of the acclaimed soap operas and drama series that once captivated audiences. He stressed the importance of the NTA's role in shaping the nation's entertainment landscape and fostering a connection with viewers.