YesFM Boss, Yemi Sonde celebrates 10:17 festival in grand style

By Seyifunmi Odunuga

The grand finale of 10:17 festival will continue to linger in the memories of the legendary radio presenter, the versatile broadcaster and founder of Yes 101.7 FM radio, Yemi Sonde and the entire staff of Yes 101.7 FM.

It was an exciting time as staff, well wishers, personalities in media industry, celebrities, business stakeholders, creme de la creme in the society and political icons gathered at Mauve 21, Ring Road, Ibadan for the grand finale of 10:17 festival.
The weeklong celebration which was packed with outside broadcasts and series of engaging activities was aimed to promote culture, positively impact lives, and create lasting memories for residents of Ibadan and its environs

The founder and the Group Managing Director of Yes FM, Mr. Yemi Sonde popularly called “Jigan Akala” noted that the 10:17 Festival was established as a platform to celebrate culture, empower the community, and make a positive societal impact.
The festival’s grand finale paraded notable personalities such as Alhaji Taiwo Hassan popularly known as Ogogo; Sola Kosoko and Yemi Shodimu.

Others included Ambrose Somide; Alhaji Dan Kazeem; Alhaji Gboyega Lawal; Chairman, Ufit Fly, Ajibola Ogunkeyede, Chief Operating Officer, (COO), Honour FM, Pastor Seun Awodele among other personalities who graced the event with their presence.
The event also featured spectacular music performances by renowned artists such as President Alapala, Alhaji Musliu Haruna Ishola; Yinka James and the Adonai Band who captivated the crowd with their electrifying renditions.

The event was anchored by the Chairman, Association of Nigeria Broadcasters (ANBROAD), Osun State Chapter, Akintunde Oyelade popularly called “Oro lomo”.

These performances, filled with rhythm and energy, kept the audience dancing and celebrating throughout the day.
A standout moment of the event was when 10 people went home with N100, 000 each, which was courtesy of Parallex Bank while other participants went home with fabrics and other gifts items.

Other side attraction included playing of traditional game (Ayo Olopon)

The Yes FM 10:17 Festival has indeed left an indelible mark in the community, fulfilling its promise to celebrate culture, empower lives, and create lasting memories for the people of Ibadan as the day also coincided with the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty.