SECTOR 3 3.7 The state/public broadcaster offers diverse programming formats for all interests including local content and quality public interest programmes. Public broadcasters are required by law to air at least 70% local content; and they try to comply. However, during elections they are often forced to follow the political agenda of candidates, to the detriment of other content. A few dare to run programs that give voice to all political parties, but the ruling party generally dominates political coverage and programming. In an attempt to catch up with private broadcasters, public radio and television stations are increasingly diversifying their offers of entertainment, sports, and global affairs programmes. Scores: Individual scores: 1 Country does not meet indicator 2 Country meets only a few aspects of indicator 3 Country meets some aspects of indicator 4 Country meets most aspects of indicator 5 Country meets all aspects of the indicator Average score: 3.4 (2008: N/A; 2011: N/A) Average score for sector 3: 2.3 AFRICAN MEDIA BAROMETER NIGERIA 2015 45