Meet Salihu Abdulhamid Dembos, NTA new DG

Salihu Abdulhamid Dembos: The New Director-General of Nigerian Television Authority

President Muhammadu Buhari has appointed Salihu Abdulhamid Dembos as the Director-General/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA). This appointment, as announced by the Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, is for an initial tenure of three years.

Early Life and Background

Salihu Abdulhamid Dembos, born on August 27, 1960, hails from Yola South Local Government Area in Adamawa, Nigeria. He brings to his new role a wealth of experience and a deep-rooted connection to the world of broadcasting and media.

A Distinguished Career

Before his appointment as the Director-General of NTA, Dembos served as the Executive Director, Marketing, at the same organization. His journey in the field of broadcasting has been marked by dedication, commitment, and leadership.

Notably, Dembos actively participated in the Staff Union, Radio Television, Theatre and Arts Workers Union (RATTAWU), where he steadily ascended the ranks to eventually become the National President from 1998 to 2007.

With a career spanning over two decades as a media practitioner, Dembos held significant positions such as General Manager of two NTA Stations, located in Lokoja and Kano. His contribution to the broadcasting sector extends to his role as Zonal Director at NTA, Kaduna, along with several other notable appointments.

Salihu Abdulhamid Dembos’ appointment to the helm of NTA reflects his extensive experience, dedication to the field, and proven leadership abilities. As the Director-General, he is poised to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of NTA and the Nigerian broadcasting landscape.