Somi

Cheryl Apenosomi Alegieuno-Okosun, popularly known on-air as Somi, is a multi-talented Broadcast Journalist, On Air Personality, and Seasoned Event Compere known for bringing editorial rigor, sharp commentary, and effortless poise to the public stage. As a prominent prime-time voice on Nigeria Info 95.1 FM, she leads crucial national conversations across major news, current affairs, and public accountability programs on Hard Facts, including The Roundtable, The Big 3 and The Citizen’s Mandate.

Her daily experience in live broadcast journalism equips her with an acute ability to unpack complex socio-economic issues, interview high-profile figures, and hold dynamic, fast-paced conversations. Beyond hard news and civic tracking, Somi also creates and hosts The Woman, a dedicated broadcast series championing female entrepreneurs and business identity, alongside evening programming focused on human connection and community dialogue.

On stage, Somi transitions her broadcast precision into world-class event facilitation. Grounded in core values of discipline, truthfulness, and deep audience respect, she is an expert at moderating high-stakes panel discussions—from entertainment law and governance to socio-economic policy—as well as compering major event launches. Whether holding leaders accountable on-air or guiding a room of industry leaders.

3 words that best describe you... Passionate, Introspective, Thoughtful

If I wasn’t working at the  radio station... I’d be…a Diplomat

My celebrity crush is… No one, currently

The song that best describes me is …Josh Wilson - Saviour please

I have a fear of… rejection

If I could have dinner with one person it would be… Olive Emodi

I bet you didn’t know I could... Play snooker

My favourite  movie is…August Rush

My ultimate TV show is... Originals

The song that I can listen to on repeat and never get tired of is... Any Shofar music

Hard Facts on 95.1 Nigeria Info FM is Abuja’s premier late-afternoon news and current affairs radio program. Built on rigorous journalism, accountability, and real-time civic engagement, the show breaks down the day's top political, economic, and social headlines through data, expert analysis, and passionate public dialogue. Hard Facts serves as the voice of the everyday citizen—placing key stakeholders and decision-makers on the "hot seat" to deliver truth without compromise.