Idris Alooma, UNILORIN Radio GM, Bags Curious TV Award for Media Excellence
Curious Television has honoured the General Manager of the University of Ilorin 89.3 FM, Mr Idris Alooma, with its 2026 Lifetime Achievement in Broadcasting and Media Leadership Award, bringing his record of professional awards and recognitions to 98.
The award was presented on Thursday, November 5, 2026, at the 2026 Curious Television Annual Awards Night 2.0 in recognition of Alooma’s outstanding contributions to broadcasting, media development and professional leadership spanning over three decades.
The honour acknowledges his enduring impact on the media industry, particularly in Kwara State, where he has distinguished himself through commitment to professionalism, ethical journalism and the advancement of both print and broadcast media.
Curious Television said the award was in recognition of Alooma’s remarkable career, exemplary leadership and sustained contributions to the growth of broadcasting and media practice.
With more than 30 years of experience in the profession, Alooma has continued to make significant contributions to the development of the media industry, while using his position at the University of Ilorin FM to promote quality broadcasting and professional standards.
The latest recognition brings the number of awards, accolades and honours received by the veteran broadcaster to 98.
Among his previous recognitions are the UNESCO Award on Content Development, YOMAFA Global Award, World Royal Award, University of Ilorin Best Staff Recognition Award, Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Award and Symbol Newspaper Award, among several others.
Expressing appreciation to Curious Television for the recognition, Alooma described the award as an encouragement to intensify his contributions to journalism, broadcasting and societal development.
He said he was particularly grateful to the management of Curious Television for considering him worthy of the honour in recognition of his contributions to the service of humanity.
Alooma disclosed that he received the award alongside other distinguished members of the University of Ilorin community, including the Director of Corporate Affairs, Chief Kunle Akogun, Dr Rohimat Adeyemi of the Department of Linguistics and Nigerian Languages, and Dr Adegbite, among others.
Reflecting on the recognition, the UNILORIN FM General Manager said: “For me, the reward for hard work is more work.”
He reaffirmed his commitment to ethical journalism and responsible broadcasting, stressing that he would continue to use his professional experience to promote issues capable of advancing society and national development.
“As a member of the Fourth Estate of the Realm, I will continue to discharge my responsibilities ethically by writing news stories that promote and uplift society and the country as a whole,” he said.
He also pledged to sustain his contributions to both the town and gown of the University of Ilorin, noting that he remained committed to using his position and experience to support the institution’s growth and development.
The recognition further underscores the contributions of experienced media professionals to the development of Nigeria’s broadcasting industry and highlights the role of university-based radio stations in promoting professional journalism, training and responsible public communication.
