The Right to Information (RTI) Act, 2019 (Act 989) came alive on the airwaves as an engaging sensitization programme was held at Abibirem FM in Kade to educate the public on their right to access information. Led by the Information Officer, the interactive radio discussion formed part of ongoing community engagement efforts aimed at promoting transparency, accountability, and citizen participation in governance through the RTI Law.
During the broadcast, the Information Officer explained the significance of the RTI Act and its role in empowering citizens to request and obtain information from public institutions. Listeners were taken through the key provisions of the law, including the procedures for applying for information, timelines for responses, and the responsibility of public institutions to provide access except in cases of exempt information. The discussion emphasized that access to information remains a fundamental tool for strengthening democracy and open governance.
The programme generated significant public interest as listeners actively participated through phone calls and questions. The phone lines remained busy throughout the session, with callers seeking clarification on various aspects of the law and how it could be applied in their daily lives. The Information Officer responded to each concern with clear and practical explanations, helping to clear misconceptions while encouraging citizens to confidently exercise their right to information.
By the end of the sensitization programme, many listeners expressed appreciation for the education and indicated their readiness to make use of the law to demand transparency and accountability from public institutions. The successful engagement at Abibirem FM highlighted the important role of Information Officers in using community platforms to deepen public understanding of the RTI Law and promote an informed and empowered citizenry.
