Follow Up: "We Are Back on Air" - Ibadan Fresh FM Announces Days After Fire Outbreak
By: Israel Adeleke
OPEN TELEVISION NAIJA (OTN) News reports as gathered that Fresh FM 105.9, one of the radio stations owned by music icon, Yinka Ayefele, has announced that it has resumed broadcasting days after a devastating fire gutted its headquarters at Challenge, Ibadan.
OTN News further reports that the station announced this in a statement signed by its group head of corporate affairs, Samson Akindele, which was released was sighted by OTN News on saturday.
OTN News had earlier reported that the radio station, was thrown into temporary silence on Friday, August 15, 2025, when fire razed parts of its head office.
The inferno destroyed the studios of Fresh 105.9 FM and Blast 98.3 FM, alongside the newsroom, transmitter/server room, and several pieces of broadcast equipment.
The management described the incident as “sad and devastating,” noting that efforts by staff to control the flames before the arrival of fire service officials were unsuccessful due to the intensity of the inferno.
However, in a new update issued by the station, the management confirmed that normal broadcasting has now resumed.
The statement read: “After a challenging period due to the recent fire outbreak, we are thrilled to announce that we are back on air. Thanks to the incredible support from our team, emergency services, and you — our loyal audience, we have overcome this hurdle stronger than ever. Keep it Fresh!”
Fresh FM, however, expressed appreciation to residents, passersby, emergency responders, and its listeners for their swift intervention and unwavering support during the incident.
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