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BBC Radio 3 and BBC Radio 4 mark 100 years of Ulysses

BBC Radio 3 and BBC Radio 4 have commissioned a season of programmes marking 100 years since the publication of Ulysses. James Joyce’s modernist masterpiece was released in February 1922. It was one of the foundational texts of the modernist movement, an explosion of ideas in the arts and beyond – ideas that spread right around the globe and still reverberate today. Both networks will be exploring the ideas, achievements and legacy of the modernist pioneers, and why they still matter now. At the centre of Radio 4’s output is 1922: The Birth Of Now, beginning 24 January at 1.45pm. Presented by Matthew Sweet, the series investigates 10 momentous events that took place in 1922 and trace their impact through to today, from the Soviet Shabolovka Tower to the development of the first aircraft carrier; from the revolutionary theatre of Berthold Brecht through to the new sounds of Louis Armstrong. Matthew Sweet says: “The writers and artists of 1922 made a powerful claim on the idea of...

Ondo: OSRC Media Group To Prioritize Staff Training

The Chairman of OSRC Media Group, Mr Kunle Adebayo says that this year the organization will focus on staff development and welfare to drive the excellence which it is committed to. Mr Adebayo while addressing the first general staff meeting for the year at the Media Group’s headquarters, Orita Obele, Akure said the theme of operations this year will be “Our People, Our work” which signifies a call to service for members of staff. Oluseye Akinwalere reports that the chairman said the organization will prioritize extensive and innovative online live broadcast in all its platforms as part of its efforts to serve a wider audience. The general meeting was held to enable members of top management and members of staff strategises for the year The Chairman of the Media Group, Mr Kunle Adebayo promised that there will be intensive training for staff, while emphasis will be on smart work driven by technology. Mr Adebayo appreciated staff of the media group for their dedication to service. Also ...

Exclusive: ILAJI 91.9 FM ADDS TO IBADAN RADIO LEAGUE.

A newly licensed radio station, Ilaji FM is set to begin transmission very soon. According to our source, the station is the bran child of Engr. Dotun Sanusi who is the chairman of Ilaji broadcasting Limited. Radio Reporter NG also gathered that ILAJI Radio is situated at Ilaji hotels and resorts centre, Akanran, Ona Ara LG, Ibadan, Oyo State. Anticipate! ***************** Don't forget to follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter all @radioreporterng Kindly stay connected with us as we bring you more latest radio news. #nigeriaradiocommunity #radioreporterng #Ibadan #radio #broadcasting #Ibadanradio #Ibadanradiocommunity #naijaradio #radiocommunity #nigeria #media 

LASTMA partners radio station to improve traffic control

All is now set for the maiden edition of a colloquium put together by Lagos Traffic Radio, and the Lagos State Traffic Management Agency (LASTMA), which is aimed at advancing traffic management, coordination and reportage. A statement jointly signed by the general managers of both outfits, Tayo Akanle and Bolaji Oreagba respectively, revealed that the partnership and subsequent conversations would centre on improving service delivery, all geared towards achieving the Greater Lagos vision of the Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu-led administration. The statement said part of the objectives of the exercise is to ultimately add value to motorists/commuters experience in Lagos, as it is important to enhance their productivity through a reduction of travel time.  The forum, whose theme is “Repositioning of Traffic Information Agencies for Better Performance,” would have in attendance, Lagos Traffic Radio On Air Personalities (OAP), LASTMA zonal controllers and field officers among others. It woul...

Call For Entries: Women, Peace and Security (WPS) National Media Award Competition

The West Africa Network for Peacebuilding (WANEP) Nigeria, in partnership with the Global Network of Women Peacebuilders (GNWP), hereby invite entries from Nigerian media practitioners for its 2022 Women, Peace and Security (WPS) National Media Award Competition. Any media professional of Nigerian descent, based and working in Nigeria for a print, broadcast or digital outlet or platform is eligible to submit an entry. An entry should be journalistic content that has been published in a newspaper, news magazine, radio, television or online/digital news outlet that seeks to promote or advance the role of women in peacebuilding. The content should have been published between 1 August 2021 and 31 January 2022. All entries should be accompanied by the following information: Full names of the author, media outlet or platform in which the entry was published, the date of publication, as well as phone and email contacts of the author. All entries should be submitted to: mediafor1325@wane...

Ghana: Unknown gunmen vandalise Radio Ada

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Radio Reporter NG (@radioreporterng) A community- based radio station at Ada in the Greater Accra Region, Radio Ada 93.3 FM, was allegedly attacked by unknown men leading to the injury of a staff and destruction of properties on Wednesday morning. The station was temporarily closed down due to the level of destruction and the fear and panic the incident had caused. Briefing the Ghanaian Times , Mr Julius Odoi, who is in charge of External Communications for the station, said men numbering seven, with one of them wielding a pistol attacked the station at about 11:30 a.m. He said they beat up Mr Gabriel Korley Adjaotor, a presenter, and warned him and all other staff not to write about a certain private company (Electrochem or Songor issues) in the area or they would be killed. Mr Odoi said the injured staffwho was brutally assaulted was receiving medical attention at the Ada East Hospital at the time of filing the report...

IFM 100.5 Sign for New four radio presenters

By Olamilekan Opaleye Ibadan based family radio, Inspiration FM 100.5 has secured the service of Four on air Personalities from different stations. The new signees include Seun Rave from Jamz 100.1 FM, Peter Blaze from Correct 99.5 FM, Olufunmilayo Ogendegbe from Royal Roots FM and Christopher Adelakun from Dux 94.7 FM. Christopher Adelakun It would be recalled that Christopher Adelakun better known as General CeeVee was with IFM before he left for a newly established radio, Dux FM Arepo in June 2021. Seun Rave Seun Rave served Jamz FM for nearly 4 years, where he worked as the host and co-anchor of #HangOutWithTheBoys , Evening show and #FridayInSanityShow before he joined IFM. Peter Blaze Prior to his signing, Peter Blaze is a popular pidgin presenter at Correct FM Ibadan. Olufunmilayo Ogendegbe While Olufunmilayo Ogendegbe a.k.a @callme_anike worked at Royal Roots FM as the anchor of #SundayGlory , #PeptalkWithAnike and breakfast show alongside Kolawole Falodun before she moved to I...