Rotimi Pedro has formally assumed office as the Director-General of the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA), following his appointment by President Bola Tinubu. The presidency announced the development in a statement on Wednesday, noting that Pedro, a Lagos native, brings over 30 years of experience in broadcasting, sports rights, and media consulting. He previously held leadership roles at Bloomberg Television Africa and is widely recognised for his contributions to media innovation. Speaking after taking over the leadership of the state broadcaster, Pedro pledged to reposition the NTA as a truly national platform, promising change in programming, technology adoption, and audience engagement. We are here to strengthen trust, rebuild relevance, and ensure the authority competes credibly on the global stage,” he said.