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Dedication, Perseverance Is Key To Achieving Success-Outgone FRCN ZD

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Dedication And Perseverance Is Key To Achieving Success.

This was the submission of the outgone Acting Zonal Director, FRCN Ibadan, Mrs Bolanle Owoyemi.

Mrs. Owoyemi noted that all hands must be on deck to drive the station’s revenue for its sustainability.

She thanked the management team for their cooperation during her tenure while urging them to support the new zonal director.

Responding, Zonal Director, Mrs Bolatito Joseph attributed the new post to God’s mercy and pledged to build on the legacy of her predecessor.

Highlight of the meeting was the handing over to the new ZD and taking of group photographs.

Titilayo Kupoliyi

Lifestyle

Oyo APC Chieftain, Fola Akinosun, Celebrates Premier FM @20

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Oyo APC chieftain, Fola Akinosun, commends broadcast media professionals….

Celebrates Premier FM, Ibadan in grand style

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Oyo State, Dr Fola Akinosun has described Radio broadcasting as a tool that had played positive roles since the country’s pre-independence era.

Dr Fola Akinosun made this known while delivering his keynote address as chairman on the occasion of Radio Nigeria’s Premier FM twentieth anniversary, held on Saturday, 30th Oct at Iyagunku GRA, Ibadan.

The APC chieftain said the broadcast media has played pivotal roles in the actualization of democracy, vis a vis all spheres of the nation’s socio-political, cultural and economic arena.

He described the media, especially the radio, as an agent of development right from independence and that it remained a versatile tool for effective communication.

The philanthropist and Oyo south Senatorial hopeful said there is no better time than now for the media to live up to its status as the ‘fourth estate of the realm’ in championing the course of a united Nigeria as no meaningful feat could be achieved in a divided and chaotic environment.

Dr Akinosun however commended Radio Nigeria Premier FM for sustaining the flagship in broadcasting and its professionalism in the discharge of unbiased news reportage and quality programming despite the huge competition as well as the proliferation of FM stations in the sector.

“I recall those days when we had only Radio Nigeria and the state-owned radio, how things change with time. What we are celebrating today is the fact that this station coped and maintained standard when the market was lean in terms of competition and interestingly, even now that the market is stretched it has not affected the quality of service whatsoever”

He said the commitment, focus, and bravery of staffers and management have proven beyond reasonable doubt that Premier FM would remain alive in as much radio broadcasting remains alive.

Reacting, Acting Zonal Director, FRCN Ibadan Zonal Station, Mrs Bolanle Owoyemi thanked Dr Fola Akinosun for gracing the Premier FM 20th anniversary despite the fact that it clashed with the APC Congress in Oyo state.

Also speaking, the general manager, Premier FM Ibadan, Alhaji Aderemi Omotosho described Dr Fola Akinosun as an elder statesman, peaceful, kindhearted and a philanthropist.

Dr Akinosun was accompanied to the occasion by APC faithful in their numbers, aides and well-wishers to celebrate with management and staff of Premier FM Ibadan in grand style.

Oluwakayode Banjo

Lifestyle

Cleric Tasks Christians On Righteousness

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The remains of Mr Titus Olasunkanmi Omidiji have been buried with admonition to christians to live a life that would make them to reign with Jesus Christ, after death.

The Bishop of Egba Diocese of  Anglican Communion, the Reverend Emmanuel Adekunle gave the charge in a sermon at the funeral service held in Christ Anglican Church, Ijemo, Abeokuta, Ogun State.

The Reverend Adekunle who encouraged faithful to remain steadfast and dedicated to the service of God in the face of trials and tribulations, noted that they must be ready to share in the sufferings of Jesus Christ, to be able to be partakers of his glory in heaven.

The clergyman observed that Christians had become endangered in the recent times across the globe, hence the need to be righteous in order to overcome challenges.

The Reverend Adekunle remarked that the deceased was a devout christian and philanthropist par excellence, and implored the family to sustain his legacy.

Speaking on behalf of the family, the eldest daughter of the deceased, Mrs Gbemisola Fabunmi appreciated God for the life and time of their father, whom she noted would be sorely missed by everyone who had come in contact with him.

In remark, a niece of the deceased and the Acting zonal Director of Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, Ibadan zonal station, Mrs Bolanle Owoyemi described her late uncle as loving, caring and supporter of good fortunes, whose memory could not be easily forgotten.

Aged Sixty- seven, Mr Titus Olasunkanmi Omidiji died on the thirtieth of July 2021, and was survived by wife, children, grandchildren and family members.

Adebola Ajayi

Lifestyle

Funeral Rites for late Mr Titus Olasunkanmi Omidiji begin in Abeokuta

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It was a solemn assembly as the family, friends and well wishers of the late Mr Titus Olasunkanmi Omidiji gathered in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital for the Christian Wake and service of songs as part of activities for the burial of the deceased. 

The programme anchored by the Christ Anglican Parish Church, Ijemo, Abeokuta at the Lawrence Bankole Events Centre in Asero area of the town also featured scripture reading and special prayers as well attestation to the impacts made by the late Mr Titus Omidiji during his lifetime. 

Those who spoke on the life and times of the deceased included his former classmate at the Polytechnic, Ibadan, Mr Bayo Adeogun, who said the late Lasun was trustworthy and loyal to a fault and a junior colleague to the deceased, Mr 

Oyewale Ibitoye who described his late boss as highly dependable.

In a sermon, Venerable Joshua Omole who noted that the deceased was a lover God and committed church member urged the people to teach their children the way of the Lord and serve God selflessly, regardless of the prevailing challenges. 

In a remark, the eldest daughter of the deceased, Mrs Gbemisola Fabunmi expressed appreciation to God for enabling her father to make positive impacts on the lives of everyone that came in contact with him during his lifetime. 

The event was witnessed by people from far and wide, including a niece of the late Mr Titus Omidiji and Acting Zonal Director, Radio Nigeria, Ibadan Zonal Station, Mrs Bolanle Owoyemi with the staff and management of Radio Nigeria Paramount FM, Abeokuta led by the General Manager, Alhaji Adeniyi Odekunle. 

Oluremi Olugbenro 

Lifestyle

We Should Continue To Meet Yearnings Of Listeners– FRCN Ibadan ZD

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For Radio Nigeria to sustain its leadership role in the Broadcast Industry, there is the need for quality programme content that meet the yearnings of listeners.

Acting Zonal Director, FRCN Ibadan, Mrs Bolanle Owoyemi stated this at the ongoing Premier FM programme planning conference, at Iyaganku, Ibadan.

Mrs Owoyemi who expressed that Radio Nigeria has professional hands with needed skills to break even in broadcasting, charged the conference to design unique programmes that will sell Premier FM. 

Mrs Owoyemi also challenged content providers to be creative, professional and step up the game in order to meet current realities. 

She gave assurance of management’s adequate support to unique ideas that can place radio nigeria FM stations to greater height. 

In a paper presentation on the topic “maintaining standards in the face of competition and insecurity”, deputy Director programmes, Mrs Bolatito Joseph reiterated the need for standard, passion and self development. 

Mrs Joseph who said broadcasting is a chain which needed synergy, advocated cooperation among key players. 

She advised participants to give priority to interest, relevance and comprehension in planning for contents.

Also speaking, deputy director News, Elder Adenrele Ajisefini tasked premier FM staff to committed in their duties, which he believed will have positive impact on productions and presentation. 

Earlier, General Manager Premier FM, Alhaji Bashir Omotosho expressed confidence that the programme planning conference will usher in good programming for the station. 

Mosope Kehinde 

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Always strive to deliver the best – FRCN Ibadan ZD

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The acting Zonal Director, Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, FRCN, Ibadan Zonal Station, Mrs Bolanle Owoyemi wants the staff of the corporation to make their impact felt on the society through dedication to work.

Mrs Owoyemi who gave the advice during a visit to Radio Nigeria, Paramount FM Abeokuta, emphasized the need for the staff members to always promote joy and unity in their interactions with the public, colleagues and the management. 

She stressed that as stakeholders, the staff must strive to make a difference by ensuring the better performance of the station.

The acting zonal director commended workers in the engineering department of the station for their ingenious efforts to keep the station on air despite the challenges and assured that the management would do the needful in providing the necessary logistics. 

Earlier the General Manager, Radio Nigeria Paramount FM, Abeokuta, Alhaji Adeniyi Odekunle, thanked the acting ZD for her interventions which had transmitted to improved transmission and other positive changes at the station.

Alhaji Odekunle equally solicited the continued support of the management to enhance the station’s efforts to bridge the information gap between the leaders and the people, especially those at the grassroots.

Francisca Irekpita

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Remain dedicated, committed to your duties in 2021 – Mrs Owoyemi charges FRCN Staff

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It was a moment filled with praises to God and exhortation as members of staff of Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, FRCN Ibadan, converged on the Studio One, Broadcasting House for the 2021 1st working day Interreligious Thanksgiving Prayers.


Speaking at the programme, the Action Zonal Director, Ibadan Zonal Station, Mrs Bolanle Owoyemi urged FRCN staff to show more dedication and commitment to their duties to enhance productivity in all aspects of the station’s operations.


She encouraged members of staff to put God first in all their dealings in 2021.


Some members of staff appreciated God for keeping them alive and also promised to put in their best in the new year.


The programme which was held in accordance with COVID-19 protocols had in attendance members of the Committee of Management of the station, religious leaders and some senior staff members was broadcast via Zoom to enable staff members working from home participate in it.


Funmilola Obagbayegun

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FRCN Ibadan ZD, Alhaji Mohammed Bello Retires

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The Zonal Director, Ibadan National Station, Alhaji Muhammed Bello has handed over the affairs of the corporation to the Deputy Director Marketing, Mrs Bolanle Owoyemi as acting Zonal Director.

The event which was held at the Studio One, Broadcasting House, Dugbe, Ibadan, featured handing over ceremony and recognition of outstanding members of staff.

In a remark, the retiring Zonal Director described his successor, Mrs Owoyemi as an up and doing management staff who was always concerned with activities of Radio Nigeria.

Receiving the challenge, the newly appointed acting Zonal Director, Mrs Bolanle Owoyemi appreciated his predecessor for leaving a good legacy behind in FRCN.

Mrs Owoyemi expressed the determination to prioritize the needs of FRCN and to keep the flag flying.

Outstanding members of staff across departments under Ibadan Zonal Station of the corporation were recognized with awards.

Some of the awardees said the gesture would spur them to do more.

The staffers prayed to God to guide the Alhaji Mohammed Bello as he moved to another stage in life.

Funmilayo Obagbayegun

Health

Covid-19: Oyo Surveillance Team Hails FRCN Ibadan’s Compliance

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The surveillance pillar of the Emergency Operation Centre on Covid-19 in Oyo State has expressed satisfaction over the compliance of the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, FRCN, to various safety protocols to contain the spread of Covid-19.

The surveillance team led by Mr Ojo Olaleye while on an assessment tour to the Broadcasting House of the corporation in Ibadan said Radio Nigeria had made adequate arrangement towards preventing the spread of the disease.

Mr Olaleye who appealed to management of FRCN Ibadan Zonal Station to sustain its efforts towards taming the disease from further spread, said Covid-19 patients in Oyo State have been responding positively to treatment of the disease.

Reacting, the Zonal Director, FRCN Ibadan Zonal Station, Alhaji Muhammed Bello represented by the Deputy Director Marketing, Mrs Bolanle Owoyemi said the station being the vanguard against the spread of coronavirus cannot but comply with Covid-19 safety protocols to serve as an example to others in the state.

Alhaji Bello said the station would continue to sensitize members of the public to adhere to various precautionary measures to contain the spread of the virus.

Rotimi Famakin

Technology

Blacksmiths Appeal for Government’s Support, Donate Hand-washing Device to FRCN

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National Blacksmith, Welders and Iron Benders Association, Oyo State chapter has donated a hand-washing device to the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, FRCN, Ibadan Zonal Station, Dugbe, Ibadan.

The device which has a height of about four feet is operated with a pedal to avoid touching the metal.

Governor of the association, Mr Munirudeen Adegoke said the association made the device to contribute their quota to the fight against coronavirus.

Mr Adegoke noted that the metal device would encourage better hygiene and aid the physical distancing campaign.

He also used the medium to call on the government to assist them in production of such device which according to him should be in all public places.

Receiving the device on behalf of the Zonal Director FRCN, Ibadan Zonal Station, Alhaji Muhammed Bello, Deputy Director, Marketing, Mrs Bolanle Owoyemi appreciated the association and pledged the readiness of radio Nigeria to collaborate with them.

Adedayo Adelowo