A new television station CemTV has been established in Port Harcourt, the Rivers state capital.
Speaking at the official commissioning and launch of the station located at GRA junction axis of the oil-rich city, on Saturday, the founder, Dr. K.C. Mac Anthony, said that the platform will usher in a new era of reliable television news, concise and appealing broadcast content.
He added that their services will be delivered using seasoned professionals and state-of-the-art technology.
Furthermore, he stated that the channel will provide a wide range of indigenous viewing options for the viewer and deliver premium entertainment.
“Today marks the realization of a vision built on dedication, determination, and the desire to contribute meaningfully to the media landscape of Nogeria.
“CemTV was established to provide credible journalism, quality entertainment, educational programming, and community- focused broadcasting that empowers our people.
“Our commitment is simple; to become a trusted platform where truth, innovation, culture, business, and entertainment meet.
“As we officially unveil CEMTV to the world, we reaffirm our promise to deliver content that inorms, inspires, educates, and entertains”, he said.
Speaking further, the founder thanked the guests for honouring their invitation and being part of the historic moment.
In their goodwill messages, the commissioner of Police, Rivers state command, CP Adepoju and the former chief Judge of Rivers state, Chief Adolphus Enebeli, congratulated the founder
wished him many years of impactful broadcasting and success.
They noted that the birth of the platform will shape conversations, influence opinions, promote businesses, support governance, and showcase the rich culture of the people.
While delivering a paper titled: ” Cost of Media Ownership in Contemporary Nigeria”, Prof. Nwachukwu Faustinus Ginikanwa of the Department of Public Relations and Advertising, Faculty of Communication and Media Studies, University of Port Harcourt, said that establishing a television or radio station could be a great challenge as the cost of media ownership in Nigeria is huge and not a business for the faint hearted.
He urged the government to develop a media startup friendly policy.
This, he said will lower barriers, grow the industry and strengthen independent media.
Prof. Nwachukwu maintained that media ownership in contemporary Nigeria would not grow under the present capital-intensive structure and the attendant unfriendly economic/political environments.
“It grows when it’s handled like a tech startup which encourage lower entry cost, digital tools, diverse revenue, and protection from free expression.
“Nigeria should learn from other countries in Africa like South Africa and Kenya in encouraging the growth of Media Ownership.
“This is in view of the invaluable role played by the media in the ensuring economic, political, social and cultural transformation and wealth creation”, he pointed out.
The event was graced by people from all walks of life.
