A SUMMARY OF THE HISTORY OF RADIO AND TELEVISION BROADCASTING

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By Olumide T. Agunbiade

INTRODUCTION
Radio and Television are the primary means by which information and entertainment are delivered to the public in virtually every nation around the world. The term broadcasting refers to the airborne transmission of electromagnetic audio signals (radio) or audiovisual signals (television) that are readily accessible to a wide population via standard receivers(Berker & Robert 1992).

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Broadcasting is a crucial instrument of modern social and political organization. At its peak of influence in the mid-20th century, national leaders often used radio and television broadcasting to address entire countries. Because of its capacity to reach large numbers of people, broadcasting has been regulated since it was recognized as a significant means of communication.