NBMA: Oluwatobi Oladipupo wins indigenous language broadcasting award

Oluwatobi Oladipupo, popularly known as Superlight, of Crest 106.1 FM, Akure, Ondo State, has won the Best Indigenous Language Radio Presenter/Programme, Southwest award at the seventh Nigerian Broadcasters Merit Awards (NBMA).

The award ceremony was held at the Oriental Hotel, Lagos, on Saturday, October 10, 2026.

Oladipupo, an Oyo State indigene, is a broadcast journalist, On-Air Personality, writer, producer and master of ceremonies.

He is known for his distinctive Yoruba presentation style and efforts to promote the language and culture through broadcasting.

At Crest FM, he presents programmes including Agbala Imo and Erikanmi. He also hosts Ijinle, which airs on Africa Magic Yoruba and YouTube.

His broadcasting career includes stints at NTA Ikare and Radio AAUA, Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, Ondo State.

In a statement following the recognition, Oladipupo thanked God, the management of Crest FM, veteran broadcasters and colleagues who contributed to his professional development.

He credited Crest FM with providing him with a platform to develop and showcase his broadcasting skills, while acknowledging the training and guidance he received from experienced professionals in the industry.

“I want to also appreciate the management of Crest FM, Akure, for giving me the platform to showcase my talents. My appreciation is not complete without thanking veterans and my bosses in the industry for training and guidance,” he said.

Oladipupo described the award as a challenge to improve his work and dedicated the recognition to those who had supported and believed in him.

“I see this as a challenge to do more. I am delighted that we brought this home, and I am dedicating this award to everyone who has always believed in me.

“All thanks to God Almighty,” he said.

The NBMA recognises excellence among radio and television broadcasters, stations and media professionals across Nigeria.

Its annual awards celebrate contributions to the broadcasting industry across various categories.