The Ayekooto Communications Limited, owners of the first commercial private radio station in Iwo and the entire Osun West Senatorial District, Ayekooto 88.3 FM, has appointed the veteran broadcaster and media executive, Otunba (Dr.) Babatunde Tiamiyu, as the new General Manager for the station.
The appointment was announced by the organization’s Board of Directors, with high optimism that Otunba Tiamiyu’s ability will take the station to a new phase of growth, innovation and competitiveness.
The board lauded the outgoing Acting General Manager, Musibau Akanji, for his dedication and steady leadership during the transition period, urging members of staff to give the new Manager their full support.
Commenting on the development, the immediate past Board Secretary, Engr. Idris Olumoye Jabar, described the Ede born media administrator as a seasoned media administrator with experience, vision and leadership required to take the station to greater heights.
Engr. Olumoye said the Board’s decision was informed by Otunba Tiamiyu’s proven track record in broadcast management, expressing confidence that his wealth of experience would further consolidate Ayekooto FM’s position as one of the leading radio stations in Osun State and beyond.
Shortly after assuming office, the new manager called for the support and cooperation of the board, management and staff, as he unveiled a three cardinal-point aimed at repositioning the station.
The agenda focuses on a comprehensive review of the station’s programming and contents, continuous training and retraining of staff, and strategic revenue expansion to strengthen the station’s financial sustainability.
Otunba Tiamiyu, an indigene of Ede, Osun State, recently served as General Manager of Pensioners’ 106.7 FM, Ibadan, having worked at the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, Ibadan National Station, where he built a distinguished career in broadcasting and media management.
