THE ROLE OF RADIO IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF ONITSHA NORTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT

This study was embarked on in order to find out the role of radio in the development of Onitsha north local government. So far the researcher’s findings revealed that radio brought about the extent of development in Onitsha north local government area. And if the radio stations are better managed and reformed, they can facilitate development of the rural areas to a greater level. As a matter of fact, it is the conclusion of this study that radio is a powerful tool for rural development and equal development in the third world countries and Nigeria in particular. In order to bring about even and equal development in the rural areas these measures should be taken care of so that the third world countries, Nigeria in particular would meet up with the developed countries.