She is 25 years old, a woman and hosts her show in the local language Yoruba instead of English, which dominates most programming in Nigeria.
Adesola started her sports programme in 2019 on Splash FM, a popular radio station in the southwestern city of Ibadan that has over 3 million listeners. "There is a high level of illiteracy in Nigeria, where some people don't understand what the commentator is saying in English," Adesola told Reuters.Known on social media as Olori Sports , Adesola commentates on local and international soccer matches as well as sports such as squash, cricket, golf and Formula One racing."I really wish and hope to expand sports in Yoruba globally," said Adesola, who is not an athlete herself but loves soccer.
"Before, when the commentary was in English, only a few listened, but now everyone is interested because it is in a language we understand," said Suru Olayande, a welder. We know it's a hassle to switch browsers but we want your experience with CNA to be fast, secure and the best it can possibly be.
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