A Call to Responsibility and Professionalism: NCC President’s 2026 World Radio Day Message.
On the occasion of the 2026 World Radio Day, the President of the National Communication Council (NCC), Joseph Chebonkeng Kalabuse, delivered a powerful and timely message to Radio Journalists across the nation.
Speaking during an interview he granted to a CRTV Journalist, the NCC President emphasized the need for professionalism, humanity, and integrity in the practice of Radio Journalism.
Be Human, Be Courteous, Be a Model
Joseph Chebonkeng Kalabuse reminded radio journalists that they are considered role models in society.
According to him, maturity and professionalism should not only be displayed when the microphone is on, but also when it is off.
He urged journalists to remain respectful, courteous, and receptive in their interactions with the public at all times. In his words, radio professionals must embody the kind of society we all desire, one built on dignity, respect, and responsible communication.
The NCC President congratulated radio journalists for their role during the last presidential election, acknowledging the challenges that come with covering politically sensitive periods marked by competing parties and divergent opinions.
With Legislative and municipal elections expected in the months ahead, he stressed that the radio will once again play a decisive role in fostering national cohesion. In times when political actors compete for parliamentary and council seats, the responsibility of the radio is not to divide, but to unite Cameroonians around the shared ideals of one nation and one destiny, even when opinions differ.
Joseph Chebonkeng Kalabuse cautioned radio journalists against partisanship. He warned them not to allow themselves to be manipulated, bought, or used by political actors to discredit others.
He reminded media practitioners that politicians may come and go, but credibility and professional integrity are priceless. Journalists must remain the eyes and ears of the public, guiding citizens with balanced information so they can make informed decisions at the polls.
In closing, the NCC President reaffirmed that radio remains one of the most powerful communication tools. A single voice on air can reach listeners in their homes, on their farms, in their vehicles, and across the most remote corners of the country.
“You never know who is listening,” he noted, encouraging broadcasters to always give their best, knowing they address a wide and diverse audience.
As Cameroon joins the global community to celebrate World Radio Day 2026, this message stands as both a tribute and a challenge, a reminder that radio is not just about sound, but about responsibility, unity, and the shaping of a nation’s conscience.
