The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) describes the reported suspension and fine of N5m slammed by the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) on Channels Television over alleged violation of broadcasting code, as draconian.
The PDP stresses that, without prejudice to the issues raised against Channels Television, the reported hasty clamp down, without the benefit of caution, is suggestive of intolerance and high-handedness by the regulatory body.
The Party in statement by the National Publicity Secretary,Kola Ologbondiyan express worry that such disposition could be counter-productive and heighten the already tensed situation in the nation at this critical time.
The PDP therefore urges the NBC to review the punitive measure on the media house as well as scale up system-friendly measure that will ensure best practices in information dissemination in our country.
