Radio broadcasting was introduced in Nigeria in 1932 by the then British Colonial authorities as an experiment of the empire service of the BBC.
One of its main tasks was to relay the overseas service of the BBC through wired systems with loudspeakers.
What is the oldest radio station in Nigeria?
The first radio station in Nigeria was established in Ibadan in 1939. The next station was created in Kano in 1944. This means that Ibadan station was the only one in colonial Nigeria for 5 years. And five years later, in 1949, it was suggested to create Nigerian National Broadcasting Service (NBS) instead of RDS.
How much does it cost to own a radio station in Nigeria?
The cost of starting a radio station in Nigeria can vary widely depending on several factors, including the type of radio station, the location, and the size of the station. However, on average, it can cost anywhere from a few hundred thousand to several million naira to start a radio station in Nigeria.
Is radio station profitable in Nigeria?
Setting up a radio station is one of the most profitable business in Nigeria as communication is an essential tool that we humans cannot do without, it is the process or act of passing useful and meaningful information from one person to another.
What is the first privately owned radio station in Nigeria?
According to Kenny Ogungbe, Dokpesi’s close associate and brother-in-law, RayPower FM, Nigeria’s first private station, went on air officially on September 1, 1994.
1. Lagos State has 44 (terrestrial) radio stations.
2. Oyo State has 36 (terrestrial) radio stations.
3. Federal Capital TerritoryAbuja has 33 (terrestrial) radio stations.
4. Ogun State has 29 radio stations.
5. Kano State has 26 radio stations
6. Kaduna State has 25 radio stations
7. Imo State has 24 radio stations
8. Anambra State has 23 radio stations.
9. Rivers State has 23 radio stations
10. Osun State has 20 radio stations
