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World Radio Day: Experts Highlight AI, Credibility in Broadcasting

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By Olubunmi Agboola

Radio remains a unique and dependable medium that cuts across social classes and literacy levels, earning the trust of millions through its affordability and intimacy.

The Head of Service in Oyo State, Mrs. Olubunmi Oni, made this assertion at the 2026 World Radio Day celebration organized by the Radio, Television, Theatre and Arts Workers Union of Nigeria (RATTAWU), Oyo State Chapter, at the Broadcasting Corporation of Oyo State (BCOS) Rattawu Hall, Basorun, Ibadan.

Represented by the Director of Career Management Service, Mrs. Adebukola Akinwale, Mrs. Oni emphasized that radio continues to inform, educate, and entertain the public. She noted that dedication and professionalism within the broadcast sector contribute significantly to governance and unity in Oyo State.

Delivering a lecture titled “Radio and Artificial Intelligence (AI)”, former Zonal Director of the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN) Ibadan Zonal Station, Mrs. Bolatito Joseph, described radio as the enduring mouthpiece of the people.

Mrs Joseph highlighted the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence on broadcasting, explaining that AI builds on radio’s longstanding tradition of creativity, in-depth research, quality content production, and talent discovery. She stressed that innovation must complement — not replace — the human element that defines radio.

In his welcome address, the Chairman of RATTAWU, Oyo State Chapter, Mr. Kehinde Olayade, reminded participants that the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) marks World Radio Day every February 13.

Mr. Olayade described radio as an indispensable tool for development, social cohesion, and public enlightenment. He maintained that while AI can enhance broadcasting, radio’s relevance ultimately depends on the human touch that connects emotionally with audiences.

Chairman of the occasion, Mr. Olufemi Oguntoyinbo, urged journalists to prioritize factual reporting capable of sustaining audience engagement.

He cautioned against the spread of misinformation, stressing that fact-based journalism builds credibility, strengthens trust, and upholds the integrity of the profession.

Dignitaries present at the 2026 World Radio Day celebration included the Zonal Director of the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, Ibadan Zonal Station, Mr. Olufemi Fulani, and the Chairperson of the Broadcasting Corporation of Oyo State (BCOS), Mrs. Dotun Olaitan, alongside union leaders and media professionals.

The highlight of the event was the presentation of awards to distinguished personalities who have contributed significantly to the stability, growth, and development of radio broadcasting in their respective fields.

The celebration reinforced radio’s enduring relevance in the digital age and its evolving partnership with emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence.

Edited by Maxwell Oyekunle

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Health

OYSHIA Defends Deduction from Worker’s Salary

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By Bunmi Agboola

The Oyo State Health Insurance Agency, OYSHIA has defended the recently implemented seven point five percent deduction for civil servants, describing it as a decisive step toward guaranteeing quality and sustainable healthcare coverage for workers across the state.

The Executive Secretary of the Oyo State Health Insurance Agency, OYSHIA, Dr. Olusola Akande stated this while receiving  Executives of The Radio, Television, Theatre and Arts Workers Union of Nigeria, RATTAWU, Oyo State council, who were on a courtesy visit led by the Oyo State union’s chairman, Mr Kehinde Olayade, at the state secretariat, Agodi, Ibadan 

Dr Akande explained that though the scheme was opposed by some civil servants, the adjustment according to him was necessary to ensure better health care and wider coverage of enrollees in all sector in the state.

He emphasized that the deduction was not designed to punish workers, but rather to protect them from “silent killer” diseases such as hypertension and diabetes, which continue to threaten the health and productivity of the workforce.

In his address, the chairman the Radio, Television, Theatre and Arts Workers Union of Nigeria, RATTAWU, Oyo, Mr Olayade appreciated OYSHIA for privatizing the healthcare of workers which he said aligned with the vision of the state governor,  Engineer Seyi Makinde 

However, the RATTAWU chairman appealed to the OYSHIA management to remain sensitive to the welfare and challenges of workers while implementing the new scheme, stressing that inclusiveness and fairness are essential for the policy to deliver maximum benefits to all civil servants in the state.

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RATTAWU Hails Oba Ladoja’s Emergence as 44th Olubadan, Calls It Divine Blessing

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By Oluwakayode Banjo

The Radio, Television, Theatre and Arts Workers’ Union of Nigeria, RATTAWU, Oyo State Council, has described the emergence of Oba Rashidi Ladoja as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland as a divine blessing to the land, Oyo State and Nigeria as a whole.

In a statement signed by its Chairman, Mr Kehinde Olayade, the Union congratulated Oba Ladoja, who will be officially installed as the Olubadan of Ibadanland on Friday.

The Union expressed confidence that the reign of Oba Ladoja would open new doors of opportunities, strengthen communal harmony, and promote justice and fairness.

“On behalf of the entire leadership and members of the Radio, Television, Theatre and Arts Workers’ Union of Nigeria, RATTAWU, Oyo State Council, we heartily congratulate His Imperial Majesty, Oba Rashid Adewolu Akanmu Ladoja, Arusa I, on his ascension to the exalted throne as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland.”

“This historic moment is not only a blessing to Ibadanland but also to Oyo State and Nigeria at large. Your emergence as the Olubadan is a testament to your enviable leadership qualities, wisdom, and deep commitment to the growth and unity of our people. We are confident that under your reign, Ibadanland will continue to flourish in peace, development, and cultural heritage.”

“As a union, we take pride in identifying with this new chapter in the history of Ibadanland. We believe that your reign will open new doors of opportunities, strengthen communal harmony, and promote the values of justice and fairness for which you are widely respected.”

“We pray that Almighty God grants you long life, sound health, and divine wisdom to lead Ibadanland to greater heights.”

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Let’s join hands to champion course  of Ilaro – Oba Olugbenle

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By Adebola Ajayi 

The Olu of Ilaro and Paramount ruler of Yewaland, Oba Kehinde Olugbenle wants the people of Yewa to come together and champion the course for the overall development of the Area and Ogun State in general.

Oba Olugbenle made the plea when he led other traditional rulers to the installation ceremony of the Chairman, Radio, Television, Theatre and Arts Workers Union, RATTAWU, Ogun State Chapter, Chief Idowu Rotimi as the Bobakeye of Igan-Okotoland, as part of activities marking the twentieth Coronation Anniversary of the Adokun of Igan-Okotoland, Oba Mukaila Salako.

The traditional ruler who described Yewaland as the food basket of Ogun State, noted that the Area required motorable road networks for easy transportation of farm produce to Cities, to enhance food sufficiency across the State.

Oba Olugbenle advised the Bobakeye and other newly installed chiefs to be upright and work as a team to improve the socioeconomic status of the town.

In a remark, the Adokun of Igan-Okotoland, Oba Mukaila Salako while appreciating God for the gift of life and wisdom to be running the affairs of the town, lauded the people for their support since his ascension on the throne, and appealed for more cooperation to take the town to a greater height.

Oba Salako implored members of the traditional council of Igan-Okotoland not to rest on their oars in promoting peace and unity in the town and its environs.

Responding, the new Bobakeye of Igan-Okoto, Chief Idowu Rotimi thanked the traditional council of the town for the recognition to honour him with the Chieftancy title, stating that the gesture would encourage him to attract more development to Igan-Okoto.

The installation ceremony was graced by people from all walks of life, including Captains of Industry, members of staff of Radio Nigeria Paramount FM, Abeokuta, led by the Head of Administrative Unit, Mr Olaniyi Sowunmi, as well as members of various labour Unions and Associations.

Highlights of the ceremony included displays by cultural troupes and different masquerades.

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Radio Nigeria Staff now Bobajiro of Sawonjo, Yewa

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By Adebola Ajayi

The Chairman, Radio Television and Theatre Workers Union, RATTAWU, Ogun State Council, Mr Idowu Rotimi has been conferred with a Chieftaincy title of Bobajiro of Sawonjo town in Yewa North local government Area of Ogun State, with a charge on him to work together with other Chiefs to attract more development to the town.

Addressing the gathering at his Palace, the Olu of Sawonjo, Oba Michael Oderinde pointed out that the town was in dire need of many infrastructure, especially, motorable road, and called for a concerted effort to alleviate the sufferings of the people of the Area.

Oba Oderinde maintained that National development required collective effort, hence the need for people to strive to contribute towards the growth of their Communities and the Country in general.

The Monarch described Chief Idowu as a worthy son of Sawonjoland, and advised him not to derail from his well-known good characters.

In a remark, the Bobajiro of Sawonjoland, who is a Staff of Radio Nigeria Paramount FM, Abeokuta, Chief Idowu Rotimi expressed appreciation to the Monarch and people of the town for the honour done to him, promising to justify the kind gesture and work for the overall development of the town.

Dignitaries at the ceremony included the Staff of Radio Nigeria Paramount FM Abeokuta, led by the Manager, Marketing, Mr Michael Oyewale, as well as the former Chairman of Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, Comrade Emmanuel Bankole.

The Chieftaincy ceremony featured Masquerade displays and gun salutes.

Lifestyle

Be Objective in your Reportage, Don Tells Journalists

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By Olusegun Folarin

A university lecturer, Dr Ayo Odetoyinbo wants media professionals to exercise restraints in the coverage and reportage of the Presidential and National Assembly elections

Dr Odetoyinbo made the call during a seminar put together by the State Council of Radio Television, Theatres and Arts Workers Union, RATTAWU, held at the June 12 Cultural Centre, Kuto, Abeokuta.

Speaking on “credible election coverage: a panacea to a peaceful political transition”, the guest lecturer described the role of media professionals as crucial to achieving good governance.

Dr Odetoyinbo, who implored media practitioners to be security conscious in the coverage of the general elections, also appealed to them to be objective and diplomatic in their reportage.

Also, the Chairman, Nigeria Labour Congress, Ogun State, Mr Emmanuel Bankole described media as an important arm in achieving a successful election.

Mr Bankole commended the efforts of the leadership of RATTAWU in Ogun state for organising the seminar to educate members on effective election coverage.

Earlier, RATTAWU Chairman, Mr Idowu Rotimi had explained that the seminar which he described as the first of its kind, was organised to educate members on the need to be conscious in their reportage.

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Bolatito Joseph Bags Excellence Award

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Radio, Television and Theatre Arts Workers’ Union, RATTAWU, Ogun state chapter has presented an Award of Professional Excellence to Zonal Director Federal Radio Corporation Nigeria, FRCN, Ibadan Zonal Station, Mrs. Bolatito Joseph.

Presentation of the Award was part of activities at the inauguration of the newly elected Ogun State executives of RATTAWU Led by Mr. Idowu Rotimi of Radio Nigeria Paramount F.M Abeokuta.

Mrs. Joseph, who dedicated the Award to all Staff of Paramount FM also thanked all stakeholders for their efforts towards her nomination for the award.

The Ogun State chairman of RATTAWU, Comrade Idowu Rotimi while addressing the gathering expressed appreciation to members of the Union for giving him the opportunity to lead.

The Zonal Director of FRCN Ibadan Zonal Station was joined at the Inauguration party and award ceremony by the General Managers of Paramount F.M, Mr. Yinka Akintola and Ogun State Broadcasting Corporation, OGBC, Mrs. Toyin Sogbesan among other dignitaries.

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Excos Emerge to Pilot FRCN Ibadan RATTAWU

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Feyisola Aremu has been returned for second term as the chairman of Radio, Television Theatre and Arts Workers Union, RATTAWU, FRCN, Ibadan Chapter.

Olalekan Shodimu was also returned as the Secretary of the union.

The election which took place at the Studio One Broadcasting House, Radio Nigeria Ibadan also witnessed Habeeb Adedapo emerging the Vice Chairman.

Other positions won unopposed were Treasurer, Damilola Ogunsina; Financial Secretary, Rotimi Oladunjoye and Assistant Secretary, Mustapha Olawale.

Babatunde Adebola Immam also emerged Public Relations Officer after defeating Olarenwaju Muideen, while Stanley Ede-Ohiroalso also defeated Adeyemi Ifeoluwa to emerged as Auditor.

Earlier in an address of welcome, the Zonal Director Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, Mrs Bolatito Joseph said elective position was a call to duty, and that discipline was pivotal in succeeding.

She also charged the entire RATTAWU membership to be disciplined and conscientious in discharge of their duties in the corporation

On his part, National President, RATTAWU Comrade Rabiru Sanni, represented by National Treasurer Alhaji Adewale Akande enjoined all the Union members to remain committed to its progress.

Alhaji Adewale appreciated the union members for their cooperation towards the successful conduct of the election.

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RATTAWU Ogun Chapter gets New Chairman

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Mr Rotimi Idowu of Radio Nigeria, Paramount FM Abeokuta, has emerged the new Chairman of Radio and Television Theatre Art Workers Union, RATTAWU, Ogun State Chapter.

Mr Idowu won the keenly contested election by twenty-six votes to defeat his rival Mr Adewole Bamgbose of Ogun State Television, OGTV who polled twenty-four votes.

The Returning officer who is also the National Vice President of Rattawu, Comrade Sule Danladi-Umar while describing the election as transparent, charged the new executives not to betray the confidence reposed in them by members, and work harder to move the union to greater heights.

In his acceptance speech, the new RATTAWU Chairman, Ogun State chapter, Comrade Rotimi Idowu who was elated, promised to run an all-inclusive administration towards promoting the interest of members, and ensuring the development of the Union.

Comrade Idowu thanked every member of RATTAWU, and the Management of Radio Nigeria for the support, and gave the assurance to make them proud.

All other officials were elected unopposed at the delegate congress held at the RATTAWU secretariat, Quarry Road Abeokuta.

The executives of RATTAWU Ogun Chapter

They are: Comrades Taiwo Arinoluwa as Vice Chairman, Oludotun Ishola, Secretary, Kolawole Osho- Assistant Secretary, Oderinde Gbenga, Treasurer, Adeola Adeyanju also of Paramount FM as Financial Secretary, Adeniyi Gbemisola, Auditor and Oludotun Idowu as Public Relations Officer.

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FRCN Ibadan ZD Tasks RATTAWU on Dedication

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All hands must be on deck for Radio Nigeria to attain the desired enviable height.

Zonal Director, Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, FRCN, Ibadan, Mrs Bolatito Joseph made the remark while declaring open the Quarterly Meeting of Radio Television and Theatre Workers Union, RATTAWU, FRCN Chapter held at Studio One.

Mrs Joseph explained that it was essential that every member of staff be hardworking, honest and committed to the vision of the management, stressing that the door is always open for discussion.

Mrs Joseph added that the station’s management was doing its best to enhance staff welfare and ensure conducive work environment.

In a welcome address, RATTAWU chairman, FRCN ibadan Chapter, Feyisola Aremu, lauded the strides so far taken by the Zonal Director, and pledged the union’s support.

Similarly, National Treasurer of RATTAWU, Alhaji Adewale Akande, in a message from the National Secretariat, assured the management of maximum cooperation.

In attendance at the event were members of committee of management as well as RATTAWU officers from state and FRCN FM stations.

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Be loyal and conscientious in your duties – FRCN ZD Charges Staffers

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Loyalty is the hallmark of conscientious personnel in any organization.

The Zonal Director, Radio Nigeria Ibadan Zonal Station, Mrs Bolatito Joseph made the submission during a meeting between the management of the station and In-House Unions comprising Nigeria Union Of Journalists, NUJ, Radio Television and Theatre Workers Union, RATTAWU, and the Senior Staff Association, SSA.

Mrs Joseph, who explained that the deliberation was part of the steps to position the station for better service, said dedication and diligence from all and sundry would make it attainable.

She reiterated her commitment to promoting the welfare of staff and providing necessary tools, stressing that it was incumbent on members of staff to show commitment, be diligent and proactive.

Responding, officers of the unions expressed appreciation to the management for the meeting, pointing out that the outcome would significantly help in moving operations of the station forward.

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Organisations should prioritize staff welfare – FRCN Ibadan ZD

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Zonal Director, Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, FRCN, Ibadan, Mrs Bolatito Joseph says organizations should prioritize the welfare of their staff as this will promote service delivery.

Mrs Joseph made the remark when Oyo state executives of Radio, Television and Theatre Workers Union, RATTAWU, led by its Chairman, Comrade Aribatise Bayo paid a courtesy visit to the management of FRCN Ibadan.

Mrs Joseph explained that ensuring welfare of personnel in any organization would boost productivity.

Earlier, the state Chairman of RATTAWU, Comrade Aribatise Bayo, who said the union always had cordial relationship with the management of Radio Nigeria, gave the zonal director assurance of maximum support.

Other members of the team included the state vice chairman, Comrade Bola Adeyemo; Secretary, Comrade Kehinde Olayade;  Chairman FRCN Rattawu, Feyisola  Aremu;  Secretary, Ogunbiyi Olumide and Officers from NTA, BCOS  as well as Oyo State Ministry of Art and Culture.

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RATTAWU Holds Award Ceremony in Osun

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The deputy Governor of Osun state, Mr Benedict Alabi wants the Radio, Television, Theater and Arts Workers Union of Nigeria, RATTAWU, to make the welfare of its members a priority.

In a message to the 2021 award ceremony of the union in Osogbo, Mr Alabi explained that adequate protection and provision for the welfare of the members would facilitate efficiency and dedication.

Represented by Mr Niyi Akinromade, the deputy Governor promised to present the requests of the union to the state government for assistance.

Also some traditional rulers, top government functionaries heads of federal, state and private media houses in their good will messages congratulated RATTAWU and advised its members to continue to contribute to the socio-economic development of the country.

Earlier the Chairman, Osun state council of the union ,comrade  Isaac Akinsanya appreciate the members for their resilience and efforts at serving the people better irrespective of the various challenges.

Comrade Akinsanya solicited the assistance of the state government and the private sector towards taking RATTAWU to greater heights.

Highlights of the annual programme include presentation of award of excellence to distinguished personalities and members of the union including Mr Abayomi Adewale, Manager Programmes Gold FM, for his invaluable contributions to media development in the state.

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Àgbéga Ètò Ẹ̀kọ́ Àti Ètò Ìrónilágbára Ló Léè Mú Àdínkù Bá Ìwà Ọ̀daràn Láwùjọ – Alága Ẹgbẹ́ Òsìsẹ́ Tẹ́lẹ̀rí

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Wọ́n ti gba ìjọba àpapọ̀ nímọ̀ràn pé kí wọ́n túnbọ̀ fọwọ́ sí ẹ̀ka ètò ẹ̀kọ́, àti ètò ìrónilágbára àwọn èèyàn ilẹ̀ yí kópin ó lu bá ètò ààbà tó mẹ́hẹ àtàwọn ìwà ọ̀daràn míìn lọ́kọ̀kan ò jọ̀kan nílẹ̀ yí.

Alága nígbà kan rí fún ẹgbẹ́ òsìsẹ́ ilẹ̀ yí, NLC, ẹ̀ka típìnlẹ̀ Ọ̀yọ́, Ọ̀gbẹ́ni Ibrahim Bọlọmọpe ló sọ̀rọ̀ ìmọ̀ràn yí níbi ìdánilẹ́kọ tí àkóríẹ̀ dá lórí ìlànà ìsèjọba àwarawa ọ̀nà àbáyọ fún àyípadà àwùjọ àgbáyé èyí tó ńsàmì àyájọ́ ìjọba àwaarawa lágbayé fún tọdún yi ètò ọ̀hún ló wáyé nílé ẹgbẹ́ oníròyìn ìpínlẹ̀ ọ̀yọ́ tó wà ní ìyágankú ìlú ìbàdàn.

Ọ̀gbẹni Bọlọmọpe tẹnumọ́ pé, ìpèsè ètò ìsúná tó péye fẹ́ka ètò ẹ̀kọ́ pẹ̀lú àtìlẹyìn fún dídásẹ́ tara ẹni sílẹ̀ yóò mú àdínkù bá ìwà ọ̀daràn láàrin àwọn ọ̀dọ́ ti isẹ́ ohun náà yóò si jẹ́ rodò lọ mumi láàrin ìlú.

Nínú ọ̀rọ̀ tiẹ, àarẹ ẹgbẹ́ àwọn òsìsẹ́ ilésẹ́ Radio, Mohunmaworan, àti eré orí ìtàgé nílẹ̀ yí, RATTAWU, ọ̀mọ̀wé Kabir Tsanni tọ́kasí pínpín agba ìjọba sí ẹlẹ́kajẹ̀ka gẹ́gẹ́ bí ọ̀nà àbáyọ ètò áàbò tó mẹ́hẹ nílẹ̀ yí.

Àarẹ ẹgbẹ́ RATTAWU, ẹni tí Ọ̀gbẹ́ni Akpausoli sojú fún sàlàyé wí pé pínpín agbára ìjọba sọ́dọ̀ ìjọba ìpínlẹ̀ àti ìbílẹ̀ yóò fún àwọn ẹ̀sọ́ aláàbo lẹ́sẹ̀kùkú lágbára láti lè máà fi kélé òfin gbé àwọn ọ̀daràn, tí wọ́n yóò sì máà gbé wọn lọ sílé ẹjọ́.

Alága tẹ́lẹ̀rí fẹ́gbẹ́ àwọn ìjọba ìbílẹ̀ lórílẹ̀èdè yí ẹ̀ka tìpínlẹ̀ Ọ̀yọ́ Ọmọba Abass Alẹsinlọyẹ sàlàyé wí pé ìpèsè ànfàní ìjọba àwarawa fáwọn èèyàn ẹsẹ̀kùkú lè mú àdínkù bá ìsẹ́ òhun òsì pẹ̀lú ètò ààbò tó mẹ́hẹ.

Lára ohun tó wáyé níbi ètò náà ni fífi àmì ẹ̀yẹ dá àwọn èèkàn àwùjọ lọ́lọ́ léyi tí àarẹ ẹgbẹ́ RATTAWU, Ọmọwé Kabir Tsaani wà lára wọn.

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Security

RATTAWU Calls for Beefing Up Security at Amuludun FM

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Oyo state chapter of Radio Television Theater and Arts Worker’s Union (RATTAWU) wants security to be beefed up at Amuludun 99.1 FM

The Chairman of Oyo state chapter of RATTAWU, Comrade Aribatishe Adedayo made this promise when he and some members of RATTAWU paid an inspection visit to Amuludun FM on the recent attack by hoodlums.

Mr.Adebayo sympathised with some of the members of staff who were on duty during the incident also appreciate the station’s members of staff for their calmness and dedication to work.

The RATTAWU president however called on security agencies to bring the perpetrators of the attack to book.

In his remarks, the secretary of RATTAWU, comrade Olayade Kayode sympathised with staff of the corporation on the incident and assured them that RATTAWU will do everything within its power to prevent future occurrence of such ugly incident.

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Technology

Covid-19: RATTAWU Urges Stakeholders to Utilize Advantage of Radio

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As Nigeria joins the rest of the world to mark Radio Day, relevant authorities in the fight against Covid-19 pandemic have been urged to take advantage of the wide coverage of Radio to curb the rising tide of the new variant of the virus

This is contained in a statement issued by the National President of Radio, Television, Theatre and Arts Workers Union, RATTAWU, Dr. Kabir Tsanni, in commemoration of 2021 World Radio Day.

Dr Tsanni, who described radio as the as a low-cost medium, specifically suited to reaching remote communities and vulnerable people, said pre-cautionary protocols on Covid 19 as established by World Health Organization could reach as many people as possible and in their own languages. 

While speaking on the theme for this year “New World, New Radio”, the RATTAWU national president said it reflected the realities of the new normal that the world was facing as a result of Covid-I9. 

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Lifestyle

FRCN Staffers Clinch Seats In Ekiti RATTAWU Elections

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A member of staff of Radio Nigeria, Progress FM Ado Ekiti, Mr. Jasper Taiwo Falae has been elected the new Chairman of Radio and Television Theatre Art Workers Union, RATTAWU, Ekiti State Chapter.

At the 2020 Delegates Conference held on Friday at the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC Secretariat, Ado Ekiti, Mr Falae was declared winner after his opponent stepped down few minutes to the election.

Another member of staff of the station, Mrs. Opeyemi Olasoji became the Public Relations Officer, PRO, of the union.

Details later.

Seyi Akanbi

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Good Employer-Employee Relationship Crucial For Progress – RATTAWU

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Managements and employees’ unions should have smooth working relationship to champion improved welfare for the staff.

The General Manager, Positive FM, Mr Tunde Abiodun gave this assertion while giving a keynote address at the meeting of Southwest FRCN Radio Television Theatre and Art Workers Union, RATTAWU Chairmen and Secretaries held at Premier Holiday Hotel in Igbara-Oke, Ondo State.

Represented by the Station’s Head of Engineering Unit, Mr Steve Omonagbe, Mr Abiodun called on the labour leaders to cultivate the habit of mutual respect for the leadership of their organizations while also allowing for a well-coordinated communication channels among their members.

In a remark, the Ondo state Chairman of RATTAWU, Comrade Kayode Olorunfemi represented by the State treasurer, Comrade Lanre Oluwateru charged RATTAWU members to keep electing credible people who have the interest of the union at heart.

The meeting in a communique after its deliberations appreciated the management of FRCN Ibadan Zonal Station, under the leadership of the Zonal Director, Alhaji Mohammed Bello, for the provision of new equipment and his fatherly role in other issues in the zone.

It, however, asks the management to take staff welfare more seriously to boost morale and aid their psychological welfare for them to discharge their duties more efficiently.

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Economy

Ogun Government Reaffirms Commitment to Workers’ Welfare

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Ogun State Government has renewed its commitment to efforts aimed at ensuring the capacity building of workers and improving welfare of its workforce.

The State Head of Service, Alhaja Selimot Otun made the call when the leadership of the Radio, Television and Theatre Arts Workers Union RATTAWU, Ogun State Chapter paid a visit to her Oke Mosan, Abeokuta office. 

Alhaja Otun, who described members of RATTAWU as the eyes and face of the society, said the present administration would continue to initiate more workers- friendly policies and industrial harmony in the state.

She appreciated the media industry for its roles in the sensitizing the public to their obligations, especially during this period of the Coronavirus pandemic. 

Earlier, RATTAWU chairman, Mr Adewole Bamgbose had explained that the visit was to congratulate the new Head of Service on her appointment as the seventeenth Head of Service in Ogun state.

Mr Bamgbose said the Union remained focused in actualizing government policies through prompt dissemination of information to the society.

Olusegun Folarin

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Politics

RATTAWU Progress FM Elects New Executives

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A new set of Executives to pilot the affairs of the Radio Television and Theatre Art Workers Union, RATTAWU Progress FM chapter has emerged.

All the officials were elected unopposed at the delegate congress held at the premises of the station.

Correspondent, Anthony Ojo brings the report.

Lifestyle

We Will Ensure Prioritisation Of Media Workers’ Welfare – RATTAWU President

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The need for collaboration among media unions to foster improved welfare for media workers took the center stage at the inauguration of FRCN, Ibadan Zonal Station, Radio, Television and Theatre Workers’ Union, RATTAWU, secretariat.

Setting the tone at the event was the Chairman RATTAWU FRCN Chapel Ibadan, Mr Feyisola Aremu who advocated collaboration between RATTAWU and other media related unions in the course of enhanced welfare packages for media workers.

Mr Aremu explained that the media professionals like other health personnel were at the fore front in the fight against COVID-19 pandemic, among other difficult tasks, hence the need to accord more priority to their needs.

While commending the FRCN Ibadan RATTAWU for the laudable project which he described as worthy of emulation, the National President RATTAWU, Mallam Garba Sanni pledged the determination of his administration to always bring issues relating to welfare of members to the fore.

The guest lecturer, a veteran journalist, Mr Dele Ogunsola noted that laying-off of media workers due to coronavirus was not new, urging people to diversify and prepare for unforeseen circumstances.

Mr Ogunsola however advocated for agriculture as another source of livelihood.

Reacting to the beauty of the secretariat and the doggedness of the union, the zonal director, FRCN Ibadan Zonal Station, Alhaji Mohammed Bello appreciated the efforts of the executive members of the union on the provision of nose masks for members of staff, including infrared thermometer to fight against the spread of COVID-19 in the organization.

Alhaji Bello however advised RATTAWU to organize trainings and workshops that would enhance the performance of their members.

Highlights of the event included chanting of solidarity song, presentation of award to the Zonal Director FRCN, Ibadan Zonal Station, Alhaji Mohammed Bello.

Taiwo Akinola

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RATTAWU Pays Solidarity Visit to Radio Nigeria

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Executive members of Radio and Theatre Art Workers Union, RATTAWU Oyo state council have paid a solidarity visit to their members who are on essential duty at radio Nigeria Ibadan.

The union led by the state chairman of the council Mr Adebayo Aribatise said they decided to give moral support to their members hence the need to be physically present.

Receiving the RATTAWU union Zonal Director FRCN Ibadan Alhaji Mohhamed Bello appreciated them for deeming it fit to visit the corporation at this trying period. RATTTAWU chairman FRCN chapel Mr Feyisola Aremu was seen distributing some nose masks and sanitizers to their members on ground.