LBS Director General Calls for DSTV Shutdown Over Alleged Refusal to Incorporate LNTV

Monrovia, Liberia – Eugene Fahngon, Director General of the Liberia Broadcasting System (LBS), is urging the shutdown of DSTV Liberia due to its alleged refusal to incorporate LNTV, the television arm of LBS, into its programming lineup.

 Fahngon argues that DSTV’s failure to operate efficiently in Liberia further supports his call for its closure.

Fahngon’s comments came in response to accusations from Consolidated Group Liberia, the local distributor of DSTV, claiming that Fahngon had reported them to the Legislature for not including LNTV.

 However, during a press conference on Monday, Fahngon denied these claims, clarifying that he never reported DSTV but was instead invited by the House Committee on Post and Telecommunications to discuss issues affecting the broadcasting sector alongside DSTV representatives and other service providers.

Fahngon revealed that DSTV Liberia is allegedly demanding a monthly fee of $38,000 USD for LNTV’s inclusion, which he called unacceptable.

“LBS will not pay a dime to DSTV Liberia,” he asserted, citing the PRC Decree that established LBS and grants it authority to oversee cable channels and ensure they broadcast local content.

The Director General also criticized DSTV for its lack of a centralized control system within Liberia, arguing that this operational deficiency justifies a shutdown. Fahngon contrasted DSTV's practices with those of SATCOM and MULTI TV, which have successfully incorporated LNTV into their programming, demonstrating better local engagement.