The management of IRI 96.1 FM, Ibadan, has appointed Mrs Solomon Peace Olubukola, daughter of the station’s Chief Executive Officer and proprietor, His Eminence Apostle (Dr) SMO Mustapha, as Acting General Manager following the decision of the former GM, Ajibola Akinyefa, to step aside.
The appointment, which takes immediate effect, was announced by the station’s management after Akinyefa stepped aside from the position last week.
According to the announcement, Olubukola is expected to oversee the day-to-day operations of the station and supervise its activities, including administrative decisions, programming, personnel management and other aspects of its operations.
The management said the appointment was intended to ensure continuity in the station’s operations and provide clear leadership as it pursues its broadcasting objectives.
It also called on members of staff, presenters, business partners and other stakeholders to cooperate with the new acting general manager and accord her the necessary support in the discharge of her responsibilities.
“The appointment is aimed at ensuring continuity in the station’s operations and providing clear leadership as IRI 96.1 FM moves forward with its broadcasting objectives,” the announcement stated.
The management wished Olubukola success in her new role and reaffirmed its commitment to the station’s growth, professionalism and continued development.
IRI 96.1 FM commenced transmission in 2023 from the premises of the Nigerian Television Authority Shopping Complex in Agodi, Ibadan.
The station subsequently moved to its permanent broadcast house in the Iyana Agbala area of Iwo Road, Ibadan, in March 2025.
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