Entertainment

Premier FM Celebrates Fuji Legend Barrister

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By Oluwakayode Banjo

In a bold move to preserve Nigeria’s indigenous music heritage, Radio Nigeria’s Premier FM Ibadan staged a vibrant Fuji music concert at Thikadol Event Center and Hotel, Oni and Sons area of Ibadan.

The concert, tagged “Barristermania 2025,” celebrated the enduring legacy of the late Fuji icon, Alhaji Sikiru Ayinde “Barrister,” while providing a stage to discover and nurture emerging talents within the Fuji music industry.

Opening the event, the General Manager, Premier FM Ibadan, Mr Olusegun Ogunjobi, explained that the concert also aimed to honour individuals who have made significant contributions to the growth and development of Fuji music.

In his welcome address, the Zonal Director, Radio Nigeria Ibadan Zonal Station, Mr Dominic Mokikan, represented by the Deputy Director, Sports and Outside Broadcast Department, Dr Abiodun Ogidan, reaffirmed the station’s commitment to talent discovery as a means of strengthening Nigeria’s entertainment industry.

Chairman of the occasion and President, Omo Ajorosun Club, Engineer Sunday Gbenjo, applauded Radio Nigeria for sustaining the Fuji tradition and urged musicians to emulate the discipline and creativity of the late Alhaji Sikiru Ayinde “Barrister,” whose music continues to stand the test of time.

The event came alive with electrifying performances by various artistes, including Habeeb Olunde Fuji, alongside the presentation of awards to outstanding contributors in the entertainment industry.

Edited by Maxwell Oyekunle

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FRCN NUJ Ibadan Chapel Honours Members

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By Olubunmi Agboola/ Rotimi Famakin

The media play a crucial role in engendering good governance in the country.

A member of House of Representatives, Mr Fola  Oyekunle stated this at 2025 Press Week Award ceremony held at the Studio One Broadcasting House, Dugbe Ibadan.

Mr Oyekunle noted that journalists could continually hold leaders accountable to the people.

While congratulating FRCN Ibadan Union Chapel Members for their week, Mr Oyekunle enjoined journalists to continue their role as watchdog in the society.

The Zonal Director, Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, FRCN, Ibadan Zonal, Mr Dominic Mokikan, represented by the Deputy Director programme, Reverend Niyi Dahunsi said Media practitioners as the fourth estate of the realm, should set the standard for political leaders in the country to follow to reposition the country in the right direction.

Also the Chairman, Lagelu Local Government Council, Mr Kamourudeen Mudashiru said Journalists through their reportage could determine the peace and progress of any nation, hence the need for them to live up to their professional standards.

While congratulating the leadership of FRCN Ibadan chapel for the week, three Chairmanship candidates contesting for the position of Oyo State NUJ Chairman, Mr Akeem Abas, Mr Adebayo Raji and Sola Oladapo urged the staff to come out en masse for the forthcoming state election to vote for  a credible leader of their choice in the state.

They added that the election should not be seen as a do-or-die affair.

In their separate goodwill messages, Chairman, Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, Oyo State, Mr Ademola Babalola enjoined all the contestants to embrace peace.

On her part, the Chairperson, Nigerian Association of Women Journalists, NAWOJ, Mrs Omolola Alamu, while congratulating the Leadership of the Union for the week, described it as an annual programme, pledged to support the chapel in moving the Union forward.

Earlier in his welcome address, Chairman, FRCN Ibadan Chapel of the NUJ, Mr Oluwakayode Banjo said the Corporation holds the strongest biggest and most vibrant chapel.

He advised members to continue to uphold both the ethics of the profession to the core, and the standard of FRCN known for setting the pace.

He noted that the award would not only motivate the awardees to do more but would challenge other notable Nigerians to work towards the development of their host communities and the country as a whole.

 Edited by Adebukola Aluko

Lifestyle

Oyo NUJ Chairmanship Hopeful Promises Better Welfare

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By Fasilat Lawal

As campaigns for the 2025 Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, Oyo State Council election intensify, Chairmanship aspirant of the Divine Mandate Team, Mr Raji Adebayo, has pledged to improve members’ welfare if elected.

Mr Adebayo made the commitment during a campaign visit to the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN) Ibadan Zonal Station at the Broadcasting House, Dugbe, Ibadan.

He assured members of the NUJ Chapel in the station that his administration would ensure equal treatment for all journalists without bias.

The chairmanship aspirant also promised to prioritise infrastructure by renovating the abandoned Health Centre Facility and providing modern facilities at the NUJ Oyo State Council Secretariat in Iyaganku, Ibadan, to enhance healthcare services for union members.

In his remarks, a past Chairman, NUJ Oyo State Council, and Deputy Director, News and Current Affairs, FRCN Ibadan Zonal Station, Mr Adewumi Faniran, emphasised that member welfare remains central to the union’s constitution.

He urged Mr Adebayo to remain committed to his promises if elected.

Mr Faniran also advised the Divine Mandate Team to abide by the union’s campaign rules, refrain from hate speech and avoid actions capable of causing disaffection among contestants, urging them to uphold the constitution at all times.

Earlier, the team paid a courtesy visit to the Zonal Director, FRCN Ibadan Zonal Station, Mr Dominic Mokikan, who encouraged them to demonstrate humility in victory and embrace servant leadership while fulfilling all campaign promises.

Among the contestants is a staff member of the FRCN Ibadan Zonal Station, Mr Moses Morenikeji, who is vying for the position of Treasurer.

The NUJ election holds on December 9, 2025.

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Communication

Innovation elevates media to impact society- FRCN Ibadan ZD

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By Fasilat Lawal

The Zonal Director, Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, FRCN Ibadan Zonal Station, Mr Dominic Mokikan has identified  innovation and  dynamism as instrument for elevating the media while also making impact in the society.

Mr Mokikan stated this at the official Opening of an online media outfit, “Rulers World Media” located at Oke – Bola, Ibadan, Oyo State. 

The Zonal Director who was represented by the Deputy  Director, News and Current Affairs Department, Mr Adewumi Faniran said, the dynamic nature as well as emerging innovation in the sector has become evident in the establishment of online magazine, radio, and television channels which he said has engendered prompt dissemination of news without barriers.

Mr Mokikan who lauded the establishment of Rulers World Media, noted that the outfit would create more Jobs for Nigerian youths.

While emphasizing the need for adherence to media ethics and professionalism, the Zonal Director called on other well-meaning individuals to evolve initiatives that would reduce unemployment rates in the country.

Speaking in the same vein, the Baale of Eketedo, Baale Taye Ayorinde urged management of Rulers World Media and other players in the media industry to ensure regular training and re-training of  journalists in line with International best practices.

 Baale Ayorinde encouraged Rulers World Media to create people Orientated programmes that would promote peace and harmony in the society.

 In his reaction, the Chairman, Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, Oyo State Council, Ademola Babalola, represented by the Vice Chairman, Mr Oluseye Ojo urged Management and staff of Rulers World Media to abide by the rules guiding journalism profession as well as familiarising themselves with regulations guiding the environment within which they operate. 

Earlier in his address, the Chairman and CEO of Rulers World Media, Dr John Famodimu expressed optimism that the Future of Journalism would soar higher in the country if journalists desist from disseminating fake or unverified information to the public. 

High points of the events were goodwill messages from Dignitaries including the Owa Obokun of Ijesa Land, Oba Clement Hastrup, Wife of Late prominent politician in Ibadan, Alhaji Lamidi Adedibu, Alhaja Abosede  Adedibu among others.

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Education

FRCN Management Team Visits McPherson University

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By Dayo Adu

There is an end in sight to issues when a university community tailors its programmes towards solving the challenges confronting society.

The Vice-Chancellor, McPherson University, Seriki Sotayo, Ogun State, Professor Francis Igbasan stated this while receiving the Zonal Director, Radio Nigeria, Ibadan Zonal Station, Mr Dominic Mokikan and top management staff of the corporation on a working visit to the university campus.

Professor Igbasan who gave the McPherson University success experiences explained that the twelve-year-old faith-based private university had groomed solution providers equipped with technology and entrepreneurial skills while emphasising that partnership with Radio Nigeria would further skill up the students for optimum performance.

The Vice-Chancellor was joined by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Professor Olatunji Okesola, Acting Registrar, Mr Olufemi Adebowale, Bursar, Mr Ademola Osanyinro and the University Librarian, Dr Abiola Omotoso noted that the school which had produced seven graduating sets runs twenty-four academic programmes fully accredited by the National Universities Commission, NUC, and professional bodies, adding that its unique selling point was the flexible payment system with four installments to beat the current economic realities.

On his part, the Zonal Director of Radio Nigeria Ibadan Zonal Station, Mr Dominic Mokikan commended the VC and his team for incubating solution providers whose skills would turn around the Nigerian society.

Mr Mokikan noted that continued synergy between the town and gown would ameliorate common problems confronting the masses.

The high point of the visit was the tour of the colleges and departments of the institution including the university library, Centre for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, as well as the water factory site by the university team, the visiting Zonal Director and his entourage among whom were the Deputy Director Programmes, Reverend Niyi Dahunsi, Deputy Director Marketing, Mr Wale Afinjuomo, Head of Engineering, Mrs Ibiyemi Obadina and Head of Administration, Reverend Adebayo Eso.

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Economy

SSASCGOC President Debunks Viral Rumour over Members’ Benefit

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By Fasilat Lawal

The President General, Senior Staff Association Of Statutory Corporations and Government-Owned Companies, SSASCGOC, Mr Kayode Alakija has debunked the rumour going around that its members will not further benefit from weigh-in allowance.

Mr Alakija stated this during a courtesy call on the Zonal Director, Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, Ibadan Zonal Station, Mr Dominic Mokikan.

He said the union needed to clear the air on the false report, stressing that the weigh-in allowance was jointly negotiated by all the leaders of the various unions.

Mr Alakija maintained that the visit to the Ibadan Zonal Station of the FRCN was a periodic check on the welfare of the members and to inform them of the programmes of the union.

In a remark, the Zonal Director, Federal Radio Corporation Of Nigeria Ibadan Zonal Station, Mr Dominic Mokikan represented by the Deputy Director Of Programmes, Reverend Niyi Dahunsi, thanked the union for clearing the air on the false information urged them to always prioritize their members’ welfare.

Mr Mokikan said the corporation would continue to support all the in-house unions for the overall development of the organization.

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Education

Follow your passion to contribute to national development – Alhaji Adekunle

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By Niyi Dahunsi

The founder, Forum for Oke-Ogun Progress, FFOP, Alhaji Said Imran Adekunle, has advised students to embark on courses that are relevant to their passion, to contribute to national development.

Alhaji Adekunle stated this while speaking at the 3rd Education Summit of the forum on the topic, “The Proliferation of Tertiary Institutions and Failed Standards of Education in Nigeria”.

The FFOP founder advocated more funding for the existing tertiary institutions rather than the creation of new ones.

He reiterated that meeting up with the United Nations and UNESCO standards will boost the standards of living in the country.

Alhaji Adekunle who appealed to the government to allocate more resources to enable the institutions to rank among the best in research and manpower, also appealed for free education at more levels.

While contributing, a lawyer, Adisa Fasasi, who was a fashion designer for 30 years, said he had represented Oyo State at 23 Trade Fairs at both national and international levels before returning to school to study law.

Mr Fasasi encouraged students to prioritise entrepreneurship studies to be gainfully self-employed as well as becoming employers of labour rather than looking for white-collar jobs.

The program featured paper presentations by the Vice Chancellor, VC, Summit University, Offa, Kwara State, Professor Musa Aibinu, represented by Dr. Sekinat Folorunso and Director, Tertiary Institutions, Federal Ministry of Education, Abuja, Dr Wale Kareem, who was represented by Dr Rashidat Ganiyu.

The highlight of the occasion is the presentation of scholarships to 13 indigent students of Oke-Ogun in different courses and higher institutions.

Dignitaries at the occasion included the Zonal Director, FRCN, Ibadan, Mr Dominic Mokikan represented by the Reverend Niyi Dahunsi.

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Communication

Redouble Efforts at Sustaining Quality Broadcasting- FRCN Boss

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By Olajumoke Idowu 

The Zonal Director, Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, FRCN, Ibadan Zonal Station, Mr Dominic Mokikan has encouraged members of staff to be totally dedicated to duty in a bid to achieve the set goals and mandate of the station.

Mr Mokikan gave the advice when he paid a visit to the station after the 20th Anniversary of Paramount fm Abeokuta ended in grand style.

The Zonal Director who commended the management and staff of Paramount FM for a successful event, restated the need to continue to provide credible platform for quality broadcasting and encouraged the staff to redouble efforts at sustaining the standard.

He promised that the corporation would continue to collaborate with relevant stakeholders to upgrade the system and solicited the support of everyone towards making the innovation a reality.


The Deputy Director Administration, Mr Adebayo Esho, in a welcome address appreciated the ZD’s visit and advised the staff to take their work seriously and pay more attention to official matters to avoid being sanctioned.

Earlier, the General Manager of Paramount FM, Mr Akinyinka Akintola appreciated the ZD and members of staff for their support throughout the anniversary, adding that the station was taking a new dimension and prayed God to continue to move Paramount FM forward.

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Lifestyle

Experience is key to true professionalism – FRCN Ibadan ZD

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By Dayo Adu

The Zonal Director, Radio Nigeria, Ibadan Zonal Station, Mr Dominic Mokikan has said experience is the best way to assert professionalism in the media industry.

Mr Mokikan stated this while receiving a copy of the book: The Health Correspondent: From Cub To Seasoned Reporter, A Succinct Footnote For Aspiring Journalists, written by Manager News and Current Affairs Radio Nigeria Ibadan, Mrs Anthonia Akanji.

The Zonal Director explained that penning down one’s journalistic experience in the form of a book as a guide for educating and mentoring purposes was a unique way of impressing one’s indelible mark in the media.

Zonal Director, Radio Nigeria Ibadan, Mr Dominic Mokikan (r) receiving a copy of the book from the Deputy Director News, Mr Adewumi Faniran (l)

Mr Mokikan who berated the low level of reading among Nigerians noted that the book sensitized him to new things about general health issues and praised the creativity and ingenuity of the author in putting together her works and experiences as a health correspondent as well a step-by-step guide to both the upcoming journalists and the layman.

A copy of the book was also presented to the Director General of the corporation through the Zonal Director.

Also, receiving the book in his office, Deputy Director, Programmes, Reverend Niyi Dahunsi expressed delight at the developmental stages of Mrs Akanji from a greenhorn to a seasoned reporter on the health beat.

Reverend Dahunsi however, enjoined others in the journalism profession to emulate Mrs Akanji by serving as mentors to their subordinates.

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Labour

Tinubu Assumes Duty as PFM GM

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Assistant  Director, Radio Nigeria Programmes Department, Ibadan Zonal Station, Mr Adedamola Tinubu has been inaugurated as the General Manager of Premier FM Ibadan.

He is taking over from Alhaji Bashir Omotoso, who recently retired from service.

While inaugurating the GM during a staff forum at the station’s premises, Iyaganku, Ibadan, the Zonal Director, Radio Nigeria Ibadan Zonal Station, Mr Dominic Mokikan urged members of staff to cooperate with the new GM to take the station to greater heights.

Mr Mokikan also charged the staff to be alive to their responsibilities and generate more revenues for the station.

In his acceptance speech, the new GM, Mr Tinubu described his appointment as a homecoming, stressing that his mission was to revive Premier FM Ibadan.

“My focus is to ensure that the glory of Premier FM as one of the FM stations in the stale of Radio Nigeria is known for excellence in broadcasting, presentation and production by the grace of God it is returning,” he said.

Until his appointment, Mr Adedamola Tinubu was General Manager, Gold FM, Ilesa, Osun state.

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Christian Fellowship, FRCN Holds First Thanksgiving Service in 2023

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Electrifying praise, prayers, dance and unquantifiable joy could best describe the atmosphere that characterised the new year thanksgiving organised by the Christian fellowship of the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, FRCN, Ibadan, for staff of the corporation.

Members of staff gave thanks to God as they recalled various challenges of life surmounted last year.

The Zonal Director,FRCN, Ibadan, Zonal Director, FRCN Ibadan, Mr Dominic Mokikan represented by the Deputy Director of Engineering Services, Mr Gabriel Ajayi said it was good to show a heart of gratitude unto God for His mercies in the previous year. 

Mr Mokikan explained that, praising God should totally be part of human life, as he committed the new year in the hands of God.

Leading the members of staff in the prayers, Pastor Ademola Adegboyega, of The Redeemed Christian Church, underscored the importance of praising God as a strategy in achieving life goals.

He however urged Nigerians to be fervent in prayers, towards a hitch-free election.

Earlier, the President of FRCN Ibadan Christian fellowship, Pastor Taiwo Sowande told members of staff to remain grateful to God who had preserved their lives to witness another year.

 

The programme also featured special song renditions from various music ministers.

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Unity of purpose key to achieving organizational goals- FRCN ZD

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Staffers of the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria FRCN have been challenged to uphold the standard of flagship of broadcasting in Africa.

The Zonal Director, Ibadan Zonal Station, Mr Dominic Mokikan made the call during a visit to Radio Nigeria Ogo-Ilu FM Oko.

Mr Mokikan while stressing the importance of outstanding qualities of entertaining, educating and informing the public, noted that his visit was to energize the workers and motivate them to be more up and doing.

He gave assurance that his leadership had in mind, plans to improve staff welfare, stating that all hands must however be on deck to ensure that all discharged their duties accordingly for optimal performance.

The Zd also stressed the resolve of the station to prioritize manpower development through training and training of staffers.

The Zonal Director also advocated the need for unity of purpose in achieving organizational goals.

Mr Mokikan charged staffers to always prioritize corporate interest above other interests.

In a remark, the Head of Station, Mr.Segun Akanmu thanked the the zonal Director for the visit and promised to motivate his subordinates to do more for FRCN.

In the entourage of the Zd were DDAS,Mr.Adebayo Esho and DDM, Mr.Wale Afinjuomo

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Politics

True federalism, restructuring, will help in tackling insecurity – Afe Bablola

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The Founder and Chancellor, Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti  (ABUAD),  Aare Afe Babalola (SAN) has declared that the adoption of 10 principles would end the insecurity currently being experienced in Nigeria.

Aare Babalola stated this while delivering a lecture titled, “Insecurity: Threat to Nigeria’s Democracy: 2023 General Elections in view”, at the 15th Anniversary and Stakeholders’ forum of Radio Nigeria Amuludun FM, Moniya in Ibadan the Oyo State capital.

The legal icon who was represented by a lawyer from his chambers, Barrister Chukwudi Maduka highlighted some of the 10 principles including true federalism, constitutional restructuring, making politics unattractive, the introduction of a 6-year single term for the office of President and Governors, reform of the Electoral Body, clear ideology of political parties, population control among others as part of ways to end insecurity in Nigeria.

Aare Babalola commended the management of Radio Nigeria, Amuludun FM for organizing the event, stressing that he is committed to a peaceful, stable and secure Nigeria.

In a remark, the Chairman of the occasion and Chief Executive, Foreign Links Institute, Dr Fola Akinosun advocated the introduction of regional government to enable Nigerians to enjoy dividends of democracy, especially at the grassroots.

Dr Akinosun, who agitated for the establishment of state police, said it would make it easy to reduce insecurity, banditry and all forms of criminal acts currently rampant in the country.

Earlier in a welcome address, the Zonal Director, Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, FRCN, Ibadan Zonal Station, Mr Dominic Mokikan commended the efforts of the management of Amuludun FM for organising the programme during this crucial period.

Mr Mokikan pledged his support for the station to enhance the promotion of indigenous languages and culture at the grassroots.

The General Manager, Amuludun FM, Mr Steve Agbaje expressed gratitude to God and all the guests for gracing the occasion, saying the station would not rest on its oars towards fulfilling the motive of its establishment.

Highlights of the event include the presentation of awards to dignitaries like the Senatorial Candidate of Oyo Central from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Bisi Ilaka, General Overseer, Power Apostolic Church International, Prophet Samuel Abiodun among others. 

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My administration will be inclusive – FRCN Ibadan ZD

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The Zonal Director, Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, Ibadan Zonal Station, Mr Dominic Mokikan has promised to run an all-inclusive administration to move the station to greater heights.

Mr Mokikan made the promise at his inaugural staff forum held at Studio one, Broadcasting House, Dugbe, Ibadan.

The Zonal Director urged the members of staff to synergize with the management team and work for the progress of the station.

Mr. Mokikan encouraged the staff to put in more effort and be proactive in the discharge of their duties

The Zonal Director gave an assurance that there would be regular capacity building for members of staff to boost efficiency.

He also promised that the current challenges being faced in the station would soon be a thing of the past as the management was working assiduously to proffer lasting solutions.

The Zonal Director advised the members of staff to generate ideas that would benefit the system while imploring them to be punctual at work.

There were questions and answers sessions, as Mr Mokikan gave members of staff the opportunity to air their views.

Mr Mokikan assumed the position of Zonal Director, FRCN Ibadan Zonal Station on the 17th of October,2022.

He was formerly of Revenue  Monitoring and Compliance Directorate, Abuja.

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