About Us
Brief History of Society of Nigerian Broadcasters
The idea and efforts to establish the Society of Nigerian Broadcasters (SNB) is dated back in 1962 by late Ambassador Segun Olushola. By 1978, it was handed over to Mr. Yemi Farounbi now Ambassador Yemi Farounbi. The Society was duly registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission on 3rd of March, 1994 with Head Quarters at NTA, Victoria Island, Lagos.
The Society is a platform and source of inspiration for both serving and retired broadcasters. The body also serves as a think-tank on matters relating to broadcasting and other related issues. In addition, it will maintain close liaison with similar societies or associations across the globe.
Based on recommendations, the Society was transferred to BON in 2013 for BON to help nurture the Organisation.
The Company has four (4) Directors namly; Ambassador Yemi Farounbi, Alhaji Abdulrahman Micika of blessed memory, Mr. Ikenna Ndaguba of blessed memory and Mr. Diran Orekunrin.
The idea, concept and objectives of the Society is before the National Assembly as a Bill for an Act to provide for the regulation and conduct of the practice of broadcasting profession in Nigeria. The bill has passed both first and second readings and will any moment be presented for public hearing.
Our Vission
Our Mission
Our Vission
To serve as advocacy body for the Broadcast industry in Nigeria.
Our Mission
To lay down standards of knowledge, training and experience in the art, Science and techniques of broadcasting appropriate to the various grades of membership of the Society.
Our Objectives
Our Objectives
These objectives include but not limited to.
Monitoring
Monitoring and controlling the conduct of the practice of broadcasting profession.
Standard of knowledge
Prescribing, determining and setting the standard of knowledge and skills.
Advocacy
To serve as advocacy body for the industry among others.
Registration
Formal admission, certification and registration of persons seeking to become broadcasting practitioners.
Examination
Conducting examinations in the profession and awarding certificates or diplomas to successful candidates as and when appropriate.