Media General announces Paa Kwesi Simpson as host of Connect 97.1FM’s Morning Show
Media General, Ghana’s leading media company that owns
and operates TV3, 3FM 92.7MHz, Onua FM 95.1MHz, Connect FM 97.1MHz,
Akoma FM 87.9MHz and 3news.comhas
announced the appointment of celebrated broadcaster and radio host, Paa
Kwesi Simpson, popularly known as Uncle Kwesi, as host of OMANBAPA, the
morning show, on Takoradi based Connect FM 97.1MHz.
Paa Kwesi Simpson, arguably a
leading and distinguished radio personality in the Western and Central
Regions will steer the refreshed morning show, OMANBAPA with his unique
style, strong personality and exceptional ability to engage and delight
listeners.
Born and bred in Takoradi, the ace
broadcaster has over twenty years’ experience in the industry with an
illustrious career that has seen him work in a number of media houses
within the Western and Central Regions. Until his appointment, he was
with Skyy Power radio where he hosted a number of programmes.
Announcing his appointment, Francis
Doku, Ag. General Manager for Radio, Media General said “We are
delighted to have Uncle Paa Kwesi Simpson, as he is affectionately
called, join our team at Connect FM as the host of our new, refreshed
and delectable morning show, OMANBAPA. He will also help in other areas
to bring a better and refreshing radio experience to the cherished
audience of Connect FM.
“Paa Kwesi is a leading force in the
industry with a distinct skill set and the unique ability to engage
with the audience. His extensive experience in the region coupled with
his passion to make a difference in the lives of the audience and
community at large makes him an excellent addition to our team as we
pursue our bold ambition to become the leading radio channel in
Takoradi”.
Paa Kwesi Simpson’s two decades of
experience in the industry started off as a panel member on Twin City
Radio in the late 90s. He later joined Skyy Media Group in 2001 as a
Sports Presenter and News anchor moving through the ranks, by dint of
handwork, to become head of the Akan section of the station and host of
Obaasima, a marriage Magazine programme. He was instrumental in the
growth of the station.
In his remarks, Paa Kwesi Simpson
said “I am truly excited to be joining Connect FM and the Media General
Group at this point in my career. This is an organisation I have utmost
respect for. Their ambition of becoming the leading media conglomerate
in Africa and the leading voice for the continent inspires me a great
deal. Their values and single focus on the audience resonates with me
and I have no doubt that together, we will rule the airways in Takoradi
and enrich the lives of our audience now and in the future.
“To all my people in Takoradi and
surrounding areas, catch me live on OMANBAPA on Connect FM 97.1 FM every
weekday morning from 5:50am”.
OMANBAPA will commence on 4th June
2018 live on Connect FM from 05:40am -10:00am Mondays -Thursdays and
05:40am -8:00am on Fridays. The morning show extraordinaire will have
among others, segments on family, news and current affairs, sports news,
newspaper review, The Big One and Community in Focus — a segment that
caters to the challenges listeners face in their communities which are
then taking up by the team at Connect 97.1 MHz for resolution by duty
bearers.
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