In a significant move to strengthen media ties between Asia and Africa, China Media Group (CMG) President Shen Haixiong and Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Yusuf Tuggar signed two key memoranda of understanding (MOUs) on September 3 in Beijing. The agreements were forged during Nigerian President Bola Tinubu’s visit to the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation.
The first MOU establishes a collaboration between CMG and Nigeria's National Television Authority (NTA), aiming to enhance content sharing and co-production of media programs. This partnership is expected to facilitate the exchange of cultural narratives and provide Nigerian audiences with increased access to high-quality Chinese media content.
The second agreement is between CMG and the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN), focusing on developing radio broadcasting technologies and expanding digital media platforms. This collaboration seeks to promote technological advancements in Nigeria’s radio sector, fostering innovation and expanding reach across the region.
These partnerships highlight the growing media cooperation between China and Nigeria, reflecting broader trends in international media collaboration and digital innovation. As both nations seek to expand their global media presence, these MOUs could pave the way for more dynamic and culturally diverse media landscapes.
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CMG signs cooperation agreements with Nigerian TV and radio networks
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