Information Minister assures Niumi FM of his ministry’s support
By Sulayman Waan
The Minister for Information, Media and Broadcasting Services, Dr Ismaila Ceesay, has assured Niumi FM of his ministry’s commitment to support the private local radio.
The Minister received in the audience a delegation from Niumi FM radio station led by its General Manager Mr. Ousman A. Marong, on Monday, February 10, 2025.
The visit served as an opportunity for the Essau–based radio staff to formally introduce themselves and the radio to the minister and strengthen meaningful collaboration.
The Minister made the assertions upon receiving the Niumi FM delegation in his office at the GRTS building along MDI road in Kanifing.
The Honourable Minister reiterated the government’s commitment to supporting the media.
In his remarks Manager of Niumi FM, Mr Ousman A. Marong, assured the minister of his radio’s unwavering commitment to ethical journalism reporting.
Marong said: “Niumi FM, despite its little or no resources, is the only radio station in rural Gambia producing its first-hand news production without having to depend on the newspaper review. We (Niumi FM) want the minister to start recognizing our stand towards complementing the government’s efforts in rural Gambia. We believe the minister can give us support by creating avenues for us to paddle on,” said Mr Marong.
SW/COB/10/02/25
