{"id":14296,"date":"2026-11-10T16:00:49","date_gmt":"2026-11-10T16:00:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/globalnigerianews.com\/index.php\/2026\/11\/10\/multichoice-welcomes-nbc-directive-on-content-rights\/"},"modified":"2026-11-10T16:00:49","modified_gmt":"2026-11-10T16:00:49","slug":"multichoice-welcomes-nbc-directive-on-content-rights","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/globalnigerianews.com\/index.php\/2026\/11\/10\/multichoice-welcomes-nbc-directive-on-content-rights\/","title":{"rendered":"MultiChoice welcomes NBC directive on content rights"},"content":{"rendered":"<div><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"615\" height=\"433\" src=\"https:\/\/globalnigerianews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/MultiChoice-welcomes-NBC-directive-on-content-rights.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Nigerians berate MultiChoice over loss of 243,000 DStv, Gotv subscribers\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/globalnigerianews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/MultiChoice-welcomes-NBC-directive-on-content-rights.jpg 615w, https:\/\/cdn.vanguardngr.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/multichoice--300x211.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 615px) 100vw, 615px\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">MultiChoice Group has welcomed a directive by the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) reaffirming regulations governing intellectual property rights and the retransmission of audiovisual content in Nigeria.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The directive, issued on November 2, 2026, clarifies that access to another broadcasting operator\u2019s signal does not automatically grant the right to retransmit or commercially redistribute its content.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It further stipulates that operators must obtain the necessary rights and authorisations before retransmitting protected content, warning that unauthorised retransmission constitutes a violation of intellectual property rights.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Welcoming the directive, Chief Executive Officer of MultiChoice Nigeria, Kemi Omotosho, described the NBC\u2019s clarification as an important step towards protecting content creators and rights-holders and promoting a more orderly and sustainable broadcasting market.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Omotosho said a clear and predictable regulatory framework would strengthen the creative ecosystem by encouraging investment in local content and creating long-term value for creators, rights-holders, operators and audiences.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cThe Group welcomes the NBC\u2019s efforts to provide greater clarity on content rights and retransmission rules in Nigeria. This clarification is an important step towards strengthening the protection of creators and rights-holders and fostering a well-structured and sustainable audiovisual market.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cA clear and predictable regulatory framework benefits the entire creative ecosystem, supporting investment in local content and creating long-term value for creators, rights-holders, operators and audiences alike,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">MultiChoice said the directive provides important regulatory guidance for the broadcasting industry, reinforcing the need to respect intellectual property rights, promote fair competition and ensure a level playing field for legitimate operators.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It added that regulatory clarity was essential to encouraging investment in content creation, supporting the sustainability of the broadcasting industry and strengthening the relationship between creators, rights-holders, broadcasters and audiences.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Group reaffirmed its commitment to protecting intellectual property rights and supporting the sustainable development of Africa\u2019s creative industries.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It also pledged to continue working with regulators and industry stakeholders to promote legitimate content distribution and strengthen the long-term sustainability of the audiovisual sector.<\/p>\n<p>The post <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vanguardngr.com\/2026\/11\/multichoice-welcomes-nbc-directive-on-content-rights\/\">MultiChoice welcomes NBC directive on content rights<\/a> appeared first on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vanguardngr.com\/\">Vanguard News<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Source: <\/p>\n<div class=\"nSourse\">Vanguard News<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>MultiChoice Group has welcomed a directive by the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) reaffirming regulations governing intellectual property rights and the retransmission of audiovisual content in Nigeria. 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