The Kano State Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, has commended the management of Kano State Radio Corporation for its digital transformation, as the Managing Director, Abubakar Adamu Rano, unveiled 57 achievements recorded since December 22, 2023.
Waiya spoke while commissioning the corporation’s newly upgraded digital studio, describing the development as evidence of management’s commitment to repositioning the historic Radio Kano for modern broadcasting.
The commissioner expressed satisfaction with Rano’s achievements, noting that the Managing Director had demonstrated initiative by pursuing the station’s digitalisation without waiting entirely for government allocations.
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Rano said the digitalisation programme was part of efforts to modernise the corporation, improve broadcasting operations and ensure its readiness to effectively serve the public, particularly ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The 57 achievements highlighted by the management covered areas including technical modernisation, digital transformation, infrastructure, staff development and institutional strengthening.
Waiya Wants Radio Kano Training Institute
Waiya also called for the transformation of Radio Kano into a training institute, citing its long history and the large number of journalists, broadcasters, producers and other professionals who have passed through the station.
He said Radio Kano had accumulated valuable institutional experience which could be harnessed to train a new generation of media professionals.
The proposal, he added, would enable the corporation to preserve its legacy while responding to the changing demands of the broadcasting industry.
Government Agencies To Work With State Media
Waiya further disclosed that the Ministry of Information and Internal Affairs was working with the Kano State House of Assembly Committee on Information to develop modalities that would strengthen collaboration between government agencies and state-owned media organisations.
He said the proposed arrangement would ensure that ministries, departments and agencies work more closely with state-owned media houses in disseminating information on government policies and programmes.
The initiative is expected to strengthen public communication and improve access to timely and credible information across the state.
The commissioner urged Radio Kano management and staff to sustain the transformation and maintain professionalism, accuracy and responsibility in their reportage.
The digital studio upgrade, achievements record and proposed training institute are part of broader efforts to reposition Radio Kano as a modern broadcasting, training and public information institution.
Below is full list of Achievements Recorded from December 2023 to Date.
1. General Repairs of lightening system at the station
2. Prompt payment of management staff meeting allowance
3. Installation of Thumbprint Lock door at On-Air Studio AM
4. Formation of Political Programme unit
5. Formation of new media unit
6. Formation of News & Current Affairs Unit at FM Station
7. Formation of FM marketing Department unit
8. Formation of Programme Review & Content Development Committee
9. Upgrading of the recording software from lower version to higher version (from Adobe 1.5 to 3.0)
10. Introduction of New Live 2 hour weekly discussion programme (Kan Daki……)
11. Formation of IT/Sport Unit
12. Employment of Additional 10nos casual staff
13. Off-Air Free Services
14. Replacement of FM Transmitter Circuit Breaker.
15. Engagement of Engine Oil supplier for prompt servicing of Generators and vehicles
16. Construction & Conversion of main entrance gate from double opener to sliding one
17. Provision of Internet Facilities
18. Repairs of 4 nos. grounded vehicles.
19. Conversion of overhead tank from steel iron to rubber tank
20. Purchase of 4nos set of desktop computers
21. Formation of Advisory Committee for the IT/Sports Unit
22. Formation of Training Unit & Equipped
23. Formation of procurement and assessment Committee
24. Formation of Radio Kano Quality Assurances Committee
25. Repairs of 10 nos. of Grounded Air Conditioners at BH
26. General Renovation of IT/Sports Unit
27. Replacement of Faulty portion of electrical supply cable to the Main AM Building of 192metres of 50mm Aluminum cable
28. Painting of the southern Surrounding wall at BH
29. Trimming of Trees and bush clearance
30. Painting of the Administrative Block at BH
31. Provision of Complete Set of Security Uniforms and Kits
32. Purchase of 8nos new brand of Air Conditioners
33. Upgrading of AM Transmitter from 5kw to 15kw
34. Upgrading of FM Transmitter from 1kw to 2.5kw
35. Repairs of 18 seater bus
36. Completion of Staff Cafeteria Restaurant at BH
37. Facilitation of payment of 5/6 month casual staff allowances by His Excellency the Executive Governor of Kano State
38. Conversion of prompt payment of casual to E-payment
39. Facilitation for provision of 33KVA Transformer at Jogana
40. Building of 24 feet collapse wall at Jogana Tx
41. Posting of reporters to all Ministries in the State for the enhancement of wider coverage of the Present Administration
42. Live Airing of Friday Jumu’at prayer from the City Central Mosque which has not been covered for the past 18 years.
43. Payment of the connection charges to Nigerian Electricity Management Services Agency (NEMSA) for the 33KVA transformer at Jogana Transmission Station.
44. Extension of FM Transmitter Room
45. Payment of outstanding liabilities (Computers)
46. Provision of Diesel Measurement Calibration Stick
47. Erection of National Flag
48. Upgrading Newsroom to the Maximum standard
49. Standardization of FM On-Air Studio
50. Luncheon of Marketing Logger Automatic Machine
51. Purchase of FM Exciter
52. Demarcation of the FM transmitter room at BH with light-permitting glass for proper AC cooling of the transmitter.
53. Employment of nos23 of Casual Staff to Permanent State
54. Renovation/Painting of Radio II FM
55. Successfully Sand spread at erosion-prone areas within the corporation premises to mitigate soil degradation and ensure safety.” RC
56. Procurement of a mini open for diesel vehicle for d conveyance and other operational needs.
57. Upgrading of the AM Station to a fully digital broadcast system.