PRESS RELEASE

The President of the Radio Television Theatre and Arts Workers Union ( RATTAWU), the biggest and largest umbrella Union for Media and Cultural Workers in Nigeria, Comrade Prince Emeka Kalu (Magic Fingers), on behalf of RATTAWU members across the country, appreciates His Excellency President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for reinstating Comrade Salihu Abdulhamid Dembos as the Director General of the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA), a further demonstration of implicit confidence on the veteran broadcaster who was a one time President of RATTAWU.

RATTAWU President commended the efforts of the Honourable Minister of Information and National Orientation Mohammed Idris Malagi, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy Mr Bayo Ononuga and all who showed confidence in the NTA DG for their roles.

RATTAWU President hereby, heartily congratulates and rejoices with the NTA Director General, the Executive Director News and other Directors on their timeous reinstatement by the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria; President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR).

Prince Kalu assured that RATTAWU as the largest Union for Media and Cultural Workers in Nigeria, shares in the dedication, vision, expertise and passion for excellence amongst the NTA Management, which have been instrumental in shaping the largest Television Network in Africa, into a more unique and vibrant Television Network in Africa, urging them to see their recall as divine and continue to serve the Nation well.

As a family, RATTAWU takes pride in the DG’s achievements, thereby looking forward to a more robust relationship, critical engagements and strategic partnerships, as RATTAWU members pledge their continuous commitment cum contributions to the growth and prosperity of the NTA.

Accept the Congratulations of the Largest union of Media and Cultural Workers in Africa, as we continue to collaborate and partner with you towards the enhancement and protection of the welfare and well-being of our members in NTA and across the Media and Cultural Industries.

Comrade Izang Francis Atsen
National Publicity Secretary
RATTAWU Nigeria