Tony Akiotu Has Been Appointed As The New Chairman Of The Broadcasting Organisations Of Nigeria

According to Ireporter Online, Tony Akiotu, the former Group Managing Director of Daar Communications, has been elected as the new Chairman of the Broadcasting Organisations of Nigeria (BON) after securing a decisive victory over Raymond Dokpesi Jr. at the organisation’s biennial election held in Abuja on Wednesday, 8 April 2026. Akiotu emerged winner with 62 votes, while Dokpesi Jr. polled 9 votes.

In his acceptance remarks, Akiotu expressed gratitude to members for their overwhelming support, describing the outcome as a strong mandate to reposition and strengthen Nigeria’s broadcasting sector. He pledged to lead BON with integrity, transparency, and a renewed commitment to innovation aimed at advancing the industry.

He further emphasised the importance of unity among broadcasting stakeholders, noting that effective collaboration remains essential in addressing the sector’s challenges. Akiotu also called for strict adherence to regulatory standards, stressing that maintaining a credible and responsible media environment requires collective discipline, vigilance, and unwavering professionalism.