By our reporter
President Bola Tinubu has reversed the recent appointments made at the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA), reinstating the former Director-General and Director of News just weeks after a major leadership shake-up was announced.
Initially, media entrepreneur Rotimi Pedro was named as the new Director-General, while Stella Din was appointed as Executive Director of News. The appointments were seen as part of a broader plan to modernize the NTA and reposition it in a competitive media environment. However, the presidency has now withdrawn those changes without offering a formal explanation.
Sources suggest the reversal may have been influenced by internal resistance, political concerns, or procedural issues. The sudden decision has reportedly created confusion within the NTA, where preparations for the transition had already begun.
This move follows a pattern of recent appointment reversals under the Tinubu administration, raising questions about coordination and consistency in government decision-making. Critics argue the trend could undermine public confidence in leadership, while others see it as a willingness to correct course when necessary.
As of now, there is no word on whether the NTA reform agenda will continue or be shelved entirely. The presidency has not issued an official statement clarifying the reasons behind the decision.
