Rivers Govt closes AIT, Raypower operations 
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Rivers Govt closes AIT, Raypower operations 

Operations of Africa Independent Television (AIT) and Ray Power 106.5 FM in Port Harcourt have been shut down after some people alleged to be from the Rivers State government stormed the station and disconnected the transmitting mast on Sunday. THE GUARDIAN reports.NYSC Portal

The action, which is not unconnected to an ongoing land dispute between the state government and Daar Communications, the parent company of AIT and Raypower FM, was a new twist to the whole dispute.According to the source, the men and the security operatives said they were from the state government and were asked to dismantle the Daar Communication transmitter and disconnect the mast.informationguidenigeria

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Confirming the incident in a statement, the management of DAAR Communications assured its valued audience that they can still enjoy AIT’s and Raypower’s programmes through various alternative platforms, including DStv, Gotv, StarTimes and the FreeTV platforms, as well as the AIT and Raypower online Apps.

It said: “Furthermore, we are actively working to restore the services as soon as possible.

“It is important to note that the matter surrounding the dispute between DAAR Communications and Rivers State government is currently being deliberated in court. It will be subjudice to say more at this time. We will keep the public informed of any updates.JAMB Result

“We express our gratitude to well-meaning Nigerians, media organisations, corporate interests, and political stakeholders who have extended their sympathy and support to the board and management of DAAR Communications during this challenging and rather unfortunate period.

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Essien, Goodnews is a gruaduate of Communication Arts, University of Uyo, Uyo; Currently working at Infoguide Media as a news writer.

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