The National Media Council (NMC) is a federal government body established by Federal Law (1) for 2006 following amendments to Federal Law (91) for 1972 regarding ministries’ and ministers’ mandates and specializations. The NMC mandate includes:
Undertaking all media responsibilities provided for in Law (15) for 1980 relating to Press and Publications.
Undertaking all functions provided for in Cabinet decisions relating to the Council.
Other specializations delegated to the NMC as provided for in laws, regulations and Cabinet decisions.