Momoh-Jimoh Adeiza, the station’s General Manager, told journalists that the attackers stole radio frequency amplifier modules, transmitter copper, audio consoles, recording devices and high-powered AM batteries

By Titilope Adaku

Armed robbers have attacked the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN) station, Prime FM 105.1, in Jimgbe, Ajaokuta Local Government Area of Kogi State, carting away valuable broadcast equipment.

The incident, which happened in the early hours of Saturday, left the station off air.

Momoh-Jimoh Adeiza, the station’s General Manager, told journalists that the attackers stole radio frequency amplifier modules, transmitter copper, audio consoles, recording devices and high-powered AM batteries.

“This is a major attack on the station. We are currently off air because our equipment has been stolen by armed criminals. When they came, they tied up our security man on duty to carry out their nefarious activities,” he said.

“I am calling on security agencies to double their efforts in apprehending those criminals who have carried out this grievous crime. I have communicated with our zonal director on this sad development.”

Kingsley Fanwo, Kogi State Commissioner for Information and Communications, condemned the attack in a statement and assured that the government would assist the station to resume operations.

“We will work with the management of the station to ascertain the degree of vandalism and also get clues on what led to the unfortunate incident,” he said.

“The Kogi State Government is committed to protecting all federal agencies within the state. Efforts will be made to stop this from becoming a new normal.

“We will be ready to render any possible support to the station in this trying period, as we urge federal agencies in the state to be security conscious and always inform the State Government if and when they need support.”

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