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February 17, 2025

Tingo AI Radio 102.5 FM: Africa’s Revolutionary AI-Powered Radio Station Launches In Nigeria
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February 17, 2025

by Staff Writer BMA
February 17, 2025
in AI, News & Reports

In a remarkable milestone for Africa’s media landscape, Tingo AI Radio 102.5 FM—the continent’s first fully AI-powered radio station—has officially launched in Lagos, Nigeria, coinciding with Valentine’s Day celebrations. This groundbreaking event has been hailed as the “seventh wonder of Africa,” generating excitement and admiration from attendees.

Receiving full authorisation from the Nigerian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC), the station broadcasts from a state-of-the-art facility on Victoria Island. It uniquely blends cutting-edge technology with Afro-centric content, providing listeners with a distinctive audio experience.

The launch event extended beyond traditional radio broadcasting, introducing TingoGPT, an AI model specifically tailored for African users. Together, these innovations position Tingo on the leading edge of Africa’s technological evolution.

“AI provides opportunities to enhance productivity,” stated Dozy Mmobuosi during the launch ceremony. He emphasised the company’s commitment to adhering to broadcasting regulations, ensuring all necessary measures are in place to use AI responsibly.

“Our AI-generated content will be entirely Nigerian, featuring AI agents adept at understanding the local languages and accents. We aim to create Afro-centric content that truly resonates with our audience,” Mmobuosi explained.

Abraham Samuel, the Chief Technology Officer of Tingo AI Radio, shared insights into their revolutionary broadcasting infrastructure, which redefines traditional radio operations. This system leverages advanced AI technology to streamline various processes, from news direction to sound engineering, effectively eliminating the need for conventional roles in broadcasting.

“The goal is to completely replace human interaction,” Samuel noted, elaborating that AI would seamlessly manage operations previously handled by on-air personalities. The software encompasses everything from sound engineering to DJing, allowing listeners to engage with a virtual DJ to request songs and enjoy tailored playlists.

The station utilises an innovative hybrid model that includes pre-recorded and live programming. While weather forecasts and news segments are live, interviews are pre-recorded through AI voice cloning technology.

“To enhance efficiency, we’ve minimised lengthy studio sessions. Send us a voice sample, and we can clone it into our AI system. This innovation allows an AI agent to handle questions and read scripts on your behalf. Interviews can be completed in one take, saving both time and resources,” Samuel elaborated.

The launch of Tingo AI Radio and TingoGPT signifies a pivotal moment in African media, showcasing the continent’s potential in technology and artificial intelligence. The successful implementation of the station illustrates how AI can be leveraged to create more efficient, culturally relevant media platforms while lowering operational expenses.

This groundbreaking approach has already piqued the interest of African media organisations, suggesting that Tingo’s model might serve as a framework for future broadcasting endeavours across the continent.

As Tingo AI Radio kicks off its regular programming on 102.5 FM, it is a powerful representation of Africa’s advancing technological capabilities and potential to lead in the global AI landscape.

As Mmobuosi poignantly stated, “This is not merely a radio station; it is a movement toward a smarter, more innovative Africa. With Tingo AI Radio and TingoGPT, we are establishing a new benchmark for broadcasting and showcasing the endless possibilities of African artificial intelligence.”

Through this ambitious endeavour, Tingo AI is not just launching a radio station—it’s initiating a transformative chapter in African media, where technology and tradition intersect to create something groundbreaking. With the debut of the continent’s first-ever AI-driven radio station, Tingo AI Radio promises a future of innovation, connectivity, and technological advancement for Africa.

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