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Daramola Takes Over as Premier FM Boss

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By Olaitan Oye-Adeitan

A seasoned broadcast journalist and Assistant Director, News and Current Affairs Division of the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, Ibadan Zonal Station, Mrs Olutola Daramola has been appointed as the Overseer of Radio Nigeria Premier FM, Ibadan.

With over two decades of comprehensive experience, Mrs Daramola has consistently demonstrated her ability to drive organizational success through strategic vision, innovative ideas and effective team management in broadcasting, journalism, and leadership.

She is noted for her forthrightness, doggedness and commitment to excellence.

Her appointment was based on her sterling qualities and the grace of God.

The Zonal Director, FRCN, Ibadan Zonal station, Mr. Dominic Mokikan presented her officially to staff of the station.

Until her present position, Mrs. Daramola was the Head of News, Premier FM, Radio Nigeria Ibadan Zonal Station.

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Premier FM

Premier FM Celebrates Staff, Honours Retirees

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By Paul Asawale, Oluwakayode Banjo

It was a moment of fun and celebration as members of staff of Premier FM Ibadan gathered within the premises of the station at Iyaganku, for the 2024 end of the year party.

The ceremony also served as an opportunity to send off the immediate past General Manager of the station, Mr Adedamola Tinubu and a former Driver, Mr Uduak Iyang, who both retired last year.

Our correspondent reports that members of staff took turns to eulogize the meritorious services of the retired staff.

Also at the ceremony, some members, including Abiodun Omiyale, Chinelo Obidike, Aminat Azeez, Adeyemi Hamzat, Folakemi Ogunsiji and Oluwakayode Banjo were given awards for their efficiency and dedication.

In an address of welcome, Overseer, Premier FM Ibadan, Mrs Toyin Ajayi-Ope said God has been good to members of staff, hence the need to organize the event to appreciate God and celebrate themselves.

In a goodwill message, Zonal Director, Ibadan National Station, Mr Dominic Mokikan described the immediate past General Manager of the station as God-fearing and dutiful.

Mr Mokikan urged members of staff to contribute meaningfully to the station, bearing in mind what people would say when they bow out.

Responding, the immediate past General Manager, Mr Tinubu appreciated God for seeing him through his service years.

Mr Tinubu enjoined staffers of the station to be passionate about the job and always be ready to accept any task assigned to them.

Similarly, the retired driver, Mr Iyang expressed gratitude to the station for celebrating him.

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Ike Agba

Senior Citizens Win Prizes at Premier FM “Ike Agba”

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By Mosope Kehinde

It was an atmosphere of joy, excitement and expression of love at the annual programme organized by Radio Nigeria Premier FM to celebrate the elderly in Oyo state.

The programme tagged “Ike Agba” which has gained prominence over seven years, afforded about one hundred elders in the state to enjoy games, free medical test, food and drinks as well as music entertainment by AJ Sequential Live Band.

Our correspondent reports that special gifts were presented to the best dressed in the male and female categories while prizes were given to winners of other games.

Zonal Director, FRCN Ibadan , Mr Dominic Mokikan however used the occasion to advocate better care for the elderly, appealing to government, members of the public and family members to assist and pay them regular visits to make them remain active.

Mr Mokikan also stressed the need for families to employ the services of trained personnel that would always assist the elderly.

Earlier in a welcome address, General Manager, Premier FM, Ibadan, Mr Adedamola Tinubu who appreciated individuals and corporate sponsors of the event said it was put together to allow the senior citizens to unwind and cheer them up.

Some of the elders who could not hide their joy expressed gratitude to Radio Nigeria Premier FM for providing the platform to celebrate the elders.

Speakers on the occasion, including Baale Oluyole, Chief Yemi Ogunyemi, chairman Tikadol Event Centre, Alhaji Kehinde Omotoso, Alhaji Mudashiru Bada and the representative of the Aare Ona kankanfo, Ibaa Gani Adams advised the elders to do what makes them happy.

The event was attended by FRCN Ibadan committee of management and we’ll wishers.

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Human Angle

Alhaji Salim Abioye Laid to Rest

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By Lilian Ibomor

Death is an inevitable end; hence it is important for people to always live with caution on daily basis.

A cleric, Alhaji Abdufatai Adeshina stated this at the burial ceremony of a retired Deputy Director Training, Radio Nigeria Training School, now National Broadcasting Academy, Shogunle, Lagos, Alhaji Salim Abioye, held at Muslim Cemetery Apete, Ibadan.

Alhaji Adeshina explained that in the light of the temporary nature of existence, people should live to please God and shun unbridled lure of mundane things.

Daughter Of the deceased, Mrs Alima Orunsolu, described Alhaji Salim Abioye as a loving, religious and disciplined father.

Similarly, former GM, Premier FM, Alhaji Bashiru Omosho and Chairman, Pensioners Association, FRCN Ibadan, Mr Sola Ogunmola said the legacy of deceased would continue to linger.

Alhaji Abioye  joined Radio Nigeria  Ibadan in the 1960s and worked as correspondent  in Ijebu Ode after which he was  transferred to  Lagos  FRCN Ikoyi, in the 1980s  as a member  of the  National  Network news. 

Late Abioye was also at the State House, Dodan Baracks and covered I984 Hajj for FRCN. 

He is survived by a wife and five children, among whom is Mrs Orunsolu Halima  Abioye, a staff of Radio Nigeria Ibadan.

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Communication

Content is the nerve of broadcasting – GM Premier FM

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By Seyifunmi Olarinde

Contents being reeled out on broadcast stations must be regularly reviewed to meet up with current realities and the yearnings of target audience.

General Manager Premier FM, Mr Adedamola Tinubu, made the submission at the Programmes Planning Conference held at the office premises, Iyaganku.

Mr Tinubu noted that the conference entitled “Ensuring Quality Control in a Saturated Environment” was necessary at a time like this when there are influx of broadcast stations all over.

The General Manager, who pointed out that broadcast stations were unique and special because of the contents being reeled out, said there was the need to  plan towards  restrategising programmes on the station to be able to compete favourably well in the broadcast media space.

In a goodwill remark, the Deputy Director, News and Current Affairs Department, Radio Nigeria Ibadan Zonal Station, Mr Adewumi Faniran, said Radio Nigeria had been known for blazing the trail in journalism, noting that the station would not relent in being the best which Radio Nigeria is known for.

Participants at the programme expressed the hope that Radio Nigeria would not relent in producing quality programmes even in the face of the economic challenges confronting the country.

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News

Adequate Motivation Births Efficiency – Expert

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By Olutola Daramola

To remain relevant and also add value in the workplace, it is important to constantly update one’s knowledge as knowledge not updated becomes obsolete.

This is against the backdrop of the fact that human beings have been structured to renew their minds with knowledge.

This formed the basis of the training organized by one of the Radio Nigeria stations, Premier FM, Ibadan, for the management and staff of the station.

The Facilitator of the Workshop, Mr Segun Oduyebo, while speaking with the Heads of Units of the station, on challenges of middle-level managers emphasized the lack of adequate motivation amongst other things as one of the barriers to efficiency on the job.

In his remarks, the Zonal Director, of Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, FRCN, Ibadan, Mr Dominic Mokikan who was represented by the Deputy Director, Internal Audit, Alhaji Abdul Rasheed Akande noted the need for a turnaround in terms of equipment and personnel stressing that training of workers remains a vital component for productivity on the job.

In his welcome remarks at the opening of the two-day Capacity Building workshop for staff of Premier 93.5 FM, Iyaganku, Ibadan, the General Manager, Mr Adedamola Tinubu explained that training is essential as it serves as a morale booster for workers.

The Capacity Building Workshop with the theme, “Attitudinal change: Panacea for Organizational Growth” continues today for all staff of Premier FM at the Iyaganku premises of the station.

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Environment

Stakeholder Advises Prospective Land Buyers on Proper Investigation

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Prospective buyers of land and property have been advised to research the history of such property to avoid being duped.

A legal practitioner, Mr Wale Omoniyi gave the advice while featuring on straight talk, an interview program on Premier FM.

Mr Omoniyi said buying property might sometimes be frustrating and discouraging if the proper investigation were not carried out, especially by experts.

Mr Omoniyi also frowned at any form of land grabbing in the society, advising victims to always involve the security agencies instead of settling land grabbers

He emphasized the importance of alternative dispute resolution to solving the land matter, describing it as cheap, effective and consider the interest of all parties involved.

Mosope Kehinde

News

Brightville College Emerges Champions of FRCN Ibadan Kids Football Challenge

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Brightville College Ibadan has emerged as the Oyo State champions of the FRCN Ibadan Kids Football Challenge. 

The Ibadan Zone Champions defeated Oyo Zone Champions, Ilora Community Commercial High School by two goals to nothing in the final which was played at the University of Ibadan Football Field. 

Earlier, Oliver Baptist High School, Oyo who came second in Oyo Zone had won the third-place match of the tournament.

The Oyo side came from one goal down to defeat Loyola College, Ibadan who are runners-up from Ibadan Zone by two goals to one. 

David Ogunwuyi from Olivet Baptist High School won the best player award, Quyun Olasupo from Brightville College won the best goalkeeper award while Isaac John from Brightville College was the highest goal scorer with seven goals. 

Speaking with newsmen, Zonal Director, FRCN, Ibadan, Mrs Bolatito Joseph said the football tournament would be held annually.

Mrs Joseph appealed to parents and school proprietors to encourage children to participate in sports due to its numerous benefits. 

She commended the local organizing committee of the tournament headed by Deputy Director Marketing of the Corporation, Mr Wale Afinjuomo for a successful outing.

Present at the closing ceremony were former deputy speaker, Oyo State House of Assembly, OHSA, Mr Babatunde Olaniyan, Deputy Director, Engineering Services, FRCN Ibadan, Engineer Gabriel Ajayi, General Manager, Premier FM, Alhaji Bashir Omotosho, Deputy Director, Finance, Mr James Amole and football administrators.

Olaolu Fawole

Yoruba

Bàbá kérésì ilésẹ́ Premier FM àti Amuludun FM yóò gunlẹ̀ lọ́la òde yíì

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Bàbá kérésì ilésẹ́ Premier F.M 93.5 àti taúludùn F.M 99.1 yóò gunlẹ̀ bàagẹ̀ lọ́la òde yíì.

Àtẹ̀jáde kan, èyítí ìgbìmọ̀ ètò náà fisíta sọpé, àwọn ẹ̀bùn jàkàn-jàkàn ni yóò wà fáwọn òge wẹrẹ yíì lárin ago mẹ́wa òwúrọ̀ ságo márun ìrọ̀lẹ́ pẹ̀lú ẹgbẹ̀rún kan náirà péré.

Àtẹ̀jáde ọ̀hún sèlérí pé, ìlànà àbò covid-19 tóòyẹ yọò wà fún àbò tópéye.

Ó sàlàyé pé bàbà kérésì alágbeká yóò wà kalẹ̀ láti sàbẹ̀wò sáwọn ilé ẹ̀kọ́ tóbá nífẹ síì.

Ìgbìmọ̀ ètò bàbá kérésì ọ̀hún fikun pé ànfàní wà fáwọn ọlọ́gà tó bá fẹ́ pàtẹ ọjà wọn ságbègbè ilésẹ́ Radio Nigeria dùgbẹ̀ àti Amuludun F.M Mọ́níyà lákokò pọ̀pọ̀sìnsìn ọdún.

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Lifestyle

Staff, Fans, Well-Wishers Celebrate Premier FM @ 18

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It was an awesome moment for members of staff and well-wishers of Premier FM Ibadan at the Thanksgiving service heralding the one-week long activities marking the eighteenth anniversary of the Ever Dependable Radio Station.

Many of the staff who were dressed in white native attire could not hide their gratitude as they danced before God at the Christ Apostolic Church, CAC, Reformation Land, Amuloko Ibadan.

In a sermon, Prophet Timothy Arabambi of CAC, Reformation Land, who advised civil servants not to be over-ambitious in their pursuit, encouraged staff of Premier FM to sustain the standard in broadcasting. 

While reiterating the commitment of Premier FM to satisfying its audience, General Manager, Premier FM Ibadan, Reverend Niyi Dahunsi said the next operational year will be of professionalism in broadcasting, with quality educative, informative and entertaining programmes.

Chairperson of the Premier FM 18th anniversary, Mrs. Omolola Alamu said though the celebration is on a low key, the anniversary activities continue this Thursday with a free medical service for staff and ends this Friday with a Jumat service at Oluwalonirorun Mosque, Basorun Ibadan. 

Some members of staff were grateful to God for making them a part of the success story of Premier FM. 

They promised more robust relationship and dedication in the discharge of their duties.

Mosope Kehinde