ADDRESS BY THE HONOURABLE MINISTER OF INFORMATION AND NATIONAL ORIENTATION AT THE FLAG-OFF OF THE CONTRACT FOR THE RESTORATION OF VOICE OF NIGERIA SHORTWAVE TRANSMISSION USING THE 250KW TX2 TRANSMITTER AT THE TRANSMITTING STATION, LUGBE, ON 26TH AUGUST, 2025


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Today marks a significant moment in the history of the Voice of Nigeria, as we commence the revival of the largest and most powerful transmitting station on the African continent now equipped with the most modern, digitally compatible technology.


As we take this giant step to flag off the contract for the restoration of Voice of Nigeria’s shortwave transmission using the 250KW superpower transmitter, it is appropriate to express our profound appreciation to His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for his vision and commitment toward the restoration and modernization of the broadcasting infrastructure of the Voice of Nigeria.


Upon completion of this project, the fully reactivated VON transmitters will transform the landscape of terrestrial broadcasting and position VON as a respected brand in global radio broadcasting for good.


I therefore urge the contractor to not only execute the contract within the agreed timeline but also to ensure that the highest standards and quality are maintained and clearly evident.


On its part, the VON technical team must demonstrate a high level of diligence and competence in supervising the execution of this project, as well as in ensuring its sustainability through an effective maintenance culture.


In conclusion, it is my expectation that the Voice of Nigeria will continue to uphold its policy of being a pro-Nigeria and pan-African station dedicated to telling the positive stories coming out of Nigeria and the African continent.


It is now my honour to formally flag off the contract for the restoration of Voice of Nigeria’s shortwave transmission using the 250KW superpower transmitter.


Thank you.