Ronke Giwa-Onafuwa
Ronke Giwa-Onafuwa | |
|---|---|
| Born | Ronke Giwa Lagos State, Nigeria |
| Other names | Ronnie G |
| Occupation | Radio presenter/broadcaster |
| Years active | 2009–present |
| Spouse | Adebajo Onafuwa |
Ronke Giwa-Onafuwa, popularly known as Ronnie G, is a Nigerian radio presenter and broadcaster[1][2] She received the Nigerian Broadcasting Award for Most Popular Radio Personality (Southwest Zone).[1][3]
Early life and education[edit]
Ronke Giwa was born in Lagos State, Nigeria. She attended Lagos State University where she studied English language and literature.[4][3] She then moved to London to study music performance and production at the London Centre for Contemporary Music.[1][2] When she returned to Nigeria, she attended the University of Ibadan where she obtained a master's degree in Communication and Language Arts.[2][5]
Career[edit]
Ronke Giwa joined the broadcasting industry during her year with the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Ibadan.[6][7] She has worked with Splash FM in Ibadan as a radio presenter since 2009, and heads the digital media unit.[8][9] She is also the host of the popular early morning show Morning Splash'".[10][7]
She also sometimes writes books, and is the author of two books: Lara's Lessons and Lulu Learns.[11][12][13]
Ronke Giwa worked with Splash FM for eleven years. In December 2020 she bowed out of the radio station, with the aim to pursue more greater height in her career.[14][15]
After leaving the integrity station, she joined Vintage FM in Ibadan, and was chosen as the general manager of the station due to her expertise as an ace broadcaster.[16][15][5]
On 2 March 2024 Ronke Giwa announced her departure from Vintage FM through her social media platforms and news, stating that she can't work in a place where decisions are taken in a way that does not align with her standard.[17]
Personal life[edit]
Ronke Giwa got engaged to Adebajo Onafuwa on 4 June, 2016.[14][3] They have three children.[18][19]
Bibliography[edit]
- Lara's Lessons: a book on life through the lens of an adolescent.[20][21]
- Lulu Learns: a children's book.[12][22]
Awards and nominations[edit]
- Pacesetters Entertainment and Recognition Award: Best Newscaster 2017 and 2019.[7][23]
- Nigerian Broadcasting Award for Most Popular Radio Personality (Southwest Zone).[6][24]
References[edit]
- ^ a b c "Ronke Giwa-Onafuwa Biography | Education | Career | Naijabiography". Naijabiography Media. Retrieved 24 February 2024.
- ^ a b c Nigeria, Guardian (6 August 2023). "Broadcaster Giwa-Onafuwa calls for intentional parenting during book launch". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 24 February 2024.
- ^ a b c "Ronke Giwa-Onafuwa Biography: Author, Broadcaster, and On-Air Personality - How Nigeria News". How Nigeria News - Discover Nigerian Trends Online. 22 February 2024. Retrieved 25 February 2024.
- ^ pmparrot (22 July 2023). "Photos: Popular OAP, Ronke Giwa Launches Book In Ibadan". Retrieved 24 February 2024.
- ^ a b Falade, Tomi (14 January 2023). "Ronnie G: Exploring Endless Possibilities". Independent Newspaper Nigeria. Retrieved 24 February 2024.
- ^ a b "Ronke Giwa Splash Fm Presenter".
- ^ a b c People, City (1 July 2019). "Meet Top IBADAN Radio Presenters". City People Magazine. Retrieved 24 February 2024.
- ^ "Ronke Giwa-Onafuwa Archives". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 24 February 2024.
- ^ "10 songs supporting the world through lockdown". BBC News. 23 April 2020. Retrieved 27 February 2024.
- ^ Babarinsa, Olusola (31 March 2023). "Fakorede, Giwa- Onafuwa empower women at International Women's Day brunch". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 24 February 2024.
- ^ Network, Brand (4 February 2022). "Book Review: Lara's Lessons By Ronke Giwa-Onafuwa - Brand Network". Retrieved 24 February 2024.
- ^ a b "Lulu Learns by Ronke Giwa-Onafuwa & Tobani Onafuwa – MasterKids". themasterkids.com. Retrieved 24 February 2024.
- ^ "Ronke Giwa-Onafuwa Calls for Intentional Parenting During 2nd Book Launch - THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 24 February 2024.
- ^ a b Salawu, Saheed (13 January 2023). "I'm only taking a break from radio to explore new opportunities — Ronke Giwa-Onafuwa". Tribune Online. Retrieved 24 February 2024.
- ^ a b Media, Primus (14 December 2022). "BREAKING! After Queening for over a decade, Ronke Giwa takes a bow from Splash FM -". Retrieved 24 February 2024.
- ^ "PRESS COUNCIL VISITS VINTAGE FM, PROPOSES TO APPOINT RONKE GIWA-ONAFUWA MATRON. - PRESS COUNCIL TPI". 26 September 2023. Retrieved 24 February 2024.
- ^ Media, Primus (1 March 2024). "Ronke Giwa Bids Farewell as Vintage FM General Manager -". Retrieved 11 March 2024.
- ^ "Ronke Giwa–Onafuwa: "I Want To Be An Inspiration To My Kids"". Babymigo. Retrieved 24 February 2024.
- ^ Reporter, Our (16 August 2019). "What motherhood has taught me — Ronke Giwa". Tribune Online. Retrieved 24 February 2024.
- ^ Network, Brand (4 February 2022). "Book Review: Lara's Lessons By Ronke Giwa-Onafuwa - Brand Network". Retrieved 24 February 2024.
- ^ mobileapp (3 March 2022). "Life Through The Lens Of An Adolescent | Ronke Giwa-Onafuwa". PURE ENTERTAINMENT. Retrieved 27 February 2024.
- ^ "Ronke Giwa-Onafuwa calls for intentional parenting at second book launch". The Nation. 11 August 2023. Retrieved 29 February 2024.
- ^ Admin (10 December 2017). "Day Saheed,Others Stormed Ibadan For PERA Awards | PM Parrot". Retrieved 24 February 2024.
- ^ Bada, Ayo (31 July 2023). "Kanyinsola Balogun-Kuku Unveils Book To Support Children's Cognitive Development". Independent Newspaper Nigeria. Retrieved 24 February 2024.