What does this research mean for the field?

The technological convergence of the broadcast and telecommunications sectors driven by digitization requires a new regulatory regime in Nigeria to maximize consumer benefits. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.INCREMENTAL. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

What question did this study set out to answer?

This commentary explores the implications of digitization and convergence on regulatory frameworks in Nigeria's broadcast and telecommunications sectors.

June 18, 2026

EMERGING ISSUES IN BROADCAST REGULATION AND CONVERGENCE IN NIGERIA - AN INSIDERâ€™S COMMENTARY

Key Points

This commentary explores the implications of digitization and convergence on regulatory frameworks in Nigeria's broadcast and telecommunications sectors.
Analysis of the impact of technological advances on broadcast and telecommunications regulations
Examination of digitization and Internet protocol changes
Discussion of the need for a revised regulatory regime
Identified the need for new regulatory approaches to address convergence
Highlighted the role of technology in transforming service delivery in broadcast and telecommunications
Emphasized consumer benefits from an updated regulatory framework

Abstract

Abstract With digitization, various platforms of broadcast and telecommunication are coming together to provide the same services. At the heart of convergence in the telecommunications and broadcast sectors are technological advances. Technology being the process and product of cultural, physical and intellectual activities applied in the solution of human problems while aiming to cope with the environment. The spate of the technological advances has altered the paradigm. Digitization and introduction of the Internet protocol has brought about a number of ICT services and applications. This also means that such convergence will require a different regulatory regime to enable consumers to fully utilize the advantage of convergence. Key Words: Broadcasting, Telecommunications, Digitization, Convergence, Technological Advances JCMRJournal of Communication and Media Research, Vol. 7, No. 1, April 2015, 247 – 251 ©Delmas Communications Ltd. About the author *Dr. Igomu Onoja, Ph.D. is a staff in the Directorate of Broadcast Policy and Research, National Broadcasting Commission, Abuja, Nigeria. Full Article Words: 2,012; Pages: 5

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