Ramalan Honored for Broadcasting Leadership at NBMA 2026
On October 12, 2026, the Nigerian Broadcasters Merit Awards (NBMA) conferred its Special Honour for Broadcasting Leadership and Industry Development on Alhaji (Dr.) Ahmed Tijjani Ramalan, the Chairman of the Independent Broadcasters Association of Nigeria (IBAN). This recognition was for his significant contributions to the advancement of broadcasting in Nigeria, his leadership in the industry, and his ongoing investment in media through Liberty TV and Radio FM stations.
Additionally, Ramalan and Liberty TV were voted the 'Best Indigenous TV Channel in Nigeria' in the 'Viewers’ Choice' category at the 2026 awards. The NBMA acknowledged Ramalan's influence on industry discussions regarding the interests of Nigerian broadcasters and the protection of information sovereignty.
In his speech, he urged broadcasters to uphold professional competence and editorial integrity amidst the rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI), proposing the '80/20 Principle of Professional Competence' to ensure that human expertise remains paramount in broadcasting.
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