St. Ives Communications Ltd Appoints Toun Okewale Sonaiya as Board Chair and Names Aramide Ayodeji Alakija-Ajeh CEO of Women Radio WFM 91.7

PRESS STATEMENT

St. Ives Communications Ltd, owners of Women Radio WFM 91.7, is pleased to announce the appointment of its Co-Founder, Toun Okewale Sonaiya, as Chair of the Board.

The Board of Directors warmly congratulates Toun on her appointment, acknowledging her outstanding leadership, visionary approach, and over a decade of unwavering dedication to the organisation. Since the station’s launch in 2015, she has played a pivotal role in driving the company’s growth and transformation, positioning Women Radio as a leading, credible, and trusted voice for women and communities across Nigeria and beyond. Her commitment to advancing gender equity, amplifying women’s voices, and promoting inclusive dialogue has significantly shaped the station’s identity and impact.

In her new role as Board Chair, Toun will provide strategic oversight and governance leadership to guide the organisation’s long-term vision, sustainability and expansion. Her deep industry knowledge, strong stakeholder relationships and passion for women’s empowerment will continue to strengthen the institution’s influence within the media and development sectors.

The Board further notes that Toun Okewale Sonaiya will continue to lead the Voice of Women Empowerment Foundation (VOWEF), driving synergy between the Foundation and Women Radio WFM 91.7 in advancing advocacy and social impact initiatives.

The Board is also pleased to announce the appointment of Aramide Ayodeji Alakija-Ajeh as Chief Executive Officer of Women Radio, effective immediately. Aramide brings extensive expertise in strategic leadership, organisational development, with a proven track record of driving growth, strengthening institutional systems, and delivering operational excellence.

The Board is confident that Aramide’s leadership will ensure continuity, reinforce institutional stability, and accelerate the station’s progress as it expands its reach and deepens its impact in the media landscape nationally and internationally.

These appointments reflect the organisation’s commitment to strong governance, leadership continuity, and the achievement of its strategic objectives. They also signal a renewed focus on innovation, sustainability, and the delivery of high-quality, impactful media content that informs, empowers, and inspires.

The Board of St. Ives Communications Ltd reaffirms its commitment to transparent leadership, robust stakeholder engagement, and the provision of transformative media services that empower women, strengthen communities, and contribute to national development.

Emmanuel Olonade
Communications Manager
Voice of Woman Empowerment Foundation