Telecommunications in Nigeria to government interference. Such disruptions usually lasted a few hours. In 2008 two journalists were arrested for publishing online articles and photos critical of the government. Telecommunications in Nigeria Telecommunications in Nigeria include radio, television, fixed and mobile telephones, and the Internet. Radio stations: Radios: 23.5 million (1997). Television stations: nearly 70 federal government-owned national and regional TV stations; all 36 states operate TV stations; several private TV stations operational; cable and satellite TV subscription services are available (2007). Television sets: 56.9 million (2007). Nigeria's media scene is one of the most vibrant in Africa. Newspapers, television and radio remains
Private equity in the 2000s and file employees of a private equity firm's portfolio companies. In 2009, the Canadian regulatory bodies set up rigorous regulation for dealers in exempt (non-publicly traded) securities. Exempt-market dealers sell securities that are exempt from prospectus requirements and must register with the Ontario Securities Commission. Private equity in the 2000s Private equity in the 2000s relates to one of the major periods in the history of private equity and venture capital. Within the broader private equity industry, two distinct sub-industries, leveraged buyouts and venture capital experienced growth along parallel although interrelated tracks. The development of the private equity and venture