Our Story
Join our growing community of listeners from around the world and discover what makes us different. No matter where you are, the vibe is just a click away.
OUR STORY
Join our growing community of listeners from around the world and discover what makes us different. No matter where you are, the vibe is just a click away.
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About Us
The significant increase in the number of Africans residing and working in the borough prompted the realisation that establishing a community group for Africans would be necessary. A non-profit organisation, the Thurrock African Group (TAG), was established in 2003 and officially launched in March 2005, becoming a registered charity in March 2010. In addition to impacting Africans who live or work in Thurrock with educational, health, cultural, and social welfare needs, the group’s objectives include promoting African culture and values in the community.
TAG also interacts with organisations such as Thurrock Council and other service providers in a variety of ways to ensure that all members of the local community have access to high-quality services. Members of the Thurrock African Group are urged to become more involved in their communities by taking advantage of opportunities for personal and community development that are available. Examples include participation in the governance of bodies such as schools and Clinical Commissioning Groups.
During the coronavirus pandemic, TAG successfully built a community radio station with the support of the National Lottery Community Fund. The community radio is dedicated to educating, informing, empowering, connecting, and rebuilding Black and Asian communities (BAME communities).
TAG Community Voice Radio is a terrific opportunity to promote, support, and coordinate activities that will benefit Thurrock’s BAME population and improve their general quality of life in a fun and engaging environment. So come and join us so that we can make a difference in our community!
Our Story
Join our growing community
of listeners from around
the world and discover what
makes us different. No matter
where you are, the vibe
is just a click away.
Mission
To deliver high-quality, engaging, and diverse audio content that entertains, informs, and connects our community through innovative digital radio broadcasting.
Vision
To be the leading online radio platform recognized for creativity, inclusivity, and impact—creating a vibrant space where listeners discover new voices, music, and ideas every day.
Core Value
Our commitment to integrity, community, innovation, diversity, quality, and accessibility is evident in our commitment to honest, reliable, and ethical broadcasting. We foster a welcoming environment, embrace new technologies, celebrate diverse voices, and ensure our platform is accessible for listeners everywhere, anytime.
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At Tag Radio, we bring you the best in genre, e.g., pop, rock, talk shows, news, etc. broadcasting 24/7 to keep you entertained, informed, and inspired. Whether you’re tuning in from your car, your phone, or your computer, our mission is simple: to connect people through powerful sound and meaningful content.
Board Of Directors
Ms Bukky Okunade
Executive Director
Bukky Okunade is a founding member and Chairperson of Thurrock African Group (TAG), formed to provide a forum for African communities in Thurrock, sharing, and involvement in projects and initiatives to facilitate community cohesion and linkage with wider Thurrock community. has been pivotal in the design and organisation of successful conferences, awareness seminars and social events designed to ensure social inclusion in the borough. Her tenacious personality is regarded as a key strength that has augured well for the work and reputation of the group.
voluntary participation in the community spans the areas of education, housing, racial equality and criminal justice system. She is an active board/committee member of various organisations, such as Thurrock Racial Unity Support Taskforce, Thurrock CVS, and Family Mosaic housing association (2003 to 2010). She was a primary school governor with special responsibility for Special Education Needs for a number of years. She has also been involved in British criminal justice system, serving as a Justice of the Peace since 2002.
has over the last 20 years, worked within public service settings, her expertise lies at strategic levels in terms of local government strategic planning and service delivery, partly through her experience as an employee, and being an elected member of a local authority since 2006. Her role as a councillor in the borough of Thurrock has involved being at the ‘critical edge’ of strategic planning. She is well regarded for her strong negotiation and influencing skills which are used to great effect in formulating policies and service delivery plans and representing the views of her constituents. From 2010 to 2012, she was the Chair of Thurrock Council’s Planning, Transport and Regeneration Overview and Scrutiny Committee.
Mr Deji Adeaga
Director
Deji has been living in Thurrock for over 11 years. He has been an active volunteer in the community for over six years, in different areas including education and sports. He is a member of the board of School Governor (Aveley Primary School). He has been serving as a committee member of Neighbourhood Action Plan (NAP), liaising with local police regarding community safety issue.
Deji is a Co-founder of Thurrock Volleyball Club, responsible for co-ordinating thriving recreational sporting activities for members of the community of Thurrock, aged 11 to 60 years.
Deji currently works as a civil servant. He is married with 3 Children.
Known for a strong leadership style and deep understanding of radio audience dynamics, Deji has successfully led initiatives that increased market share, listener engagement, and advertising revenue. Under his leadership, TAG Radio has consistently ranked among the top stations in its market and earning recognitions for content innovation and community impact.
Dr Gbenga Lawal
Director
Gbenga’s background and continuous interests are in Learning & Development; Coaching, Mentoring & Public Speaking.
He is dynamic and engaging public speaker known for inspiring audiences with powerful stories, practical insights, and a compelling stage presence. With over years of experience speaking at conferences, corporate events, and educational institutions, Gbenga specializes in topics such as leadership, personal development, innovation, mental health and communication.
He has over 20 years working experience in both Public and Private Sector Management. He owns Business Network Organisations such as ‘SkillsMindset’ (An International Resource Development Organisation) and Potters Property Holdings (Property Investment Organisation).
He is also a Church Leader, who engages with people who desired to be what they really want to be. Gbenga’s favourite quote is “A life unexamined is not worth living” – Socrates
Gbenga gradually advancing through roles in leadership, content strategy, and station management. He is passionate about fostering local talent, embracing digital transformation, and maintaining the core values of quality radio journalism and entertainment.
Board Of Directors
Ms Bukky Okunade
Executive Director
Bukky Okunade is a founding member and Chairperson of Thurrock African Group (TAG), formed to provide a forum for African communities in Thurrock, sharing, and involvement in projects and initiatives to facilitate community cohesion and linkage with wider Thurrock community. has been pivotal in the design and organisation of successful conferences, awareness seminars and social events designed to ensure social inclusion in the borough. Her tenacious personality is regarded as a key strength that has augured well for the work and reputation of the group.
voluntary participation in the community spans the areas of education, housing, racial equality and criminal justice system. She is an active board/committee member of various organisations, such as Thurrock Racial Unity Support Taskforce, Thurrock CVS, and Family Mosaic housing association (2003 to 2010). She was a primary school governor with special responsibility for Special Education Needs for a number of years. She has also been involved in British criminal justice system, serving as a Justice of the Peace since 2002.
has over the last 20 years, worked within public service settings, her expertise lies at strategic levels in terms of local government strategic planning and service delivery, partly through her experience as an employee, and being an elected member of a local authority since 2006. Her role as a councillor in the borough of Thurrock has involved being at the ‘critical edge’ of strategic planning. She is well regarded for her strong negotiation and influencing skills which are used to great effect in formulating policies and service delivery plans and representing the views of her constituents. From 2010 to 2012, she was the Chair of Thurrock Council’s Planning, Transport and Regeneration Overview and Scrutiny Committee.
Deji has been living in Thurrock for over 11 years. He has been an active volunteer in the community for over six years, in different areas including education and sports. He is a member of the board of School Governor (Aveley Primary School). He has been serving as a committee member of Neighbourhood Action Plan (NAP), liaising with local police regarding community safety issue.
Deji is a Co-founder of Thurrock Volleyball Club, responsible for co-ordinating thriving recreational sporting activities for members of the community of Thurrock, aged 11 to 60 years.
Deji currently works as a civil servant. He is married with 3 Children.
Known for a strong leadership style and deep understanding of radio audience dynamics, Deji has successfully led initiatives that increased market share, listener engagement, and advertising revenue. Under his leadership, TAG Radio has consistently ranked among the top stations in its market and earning recognitions for content innovation and community impact.
Mr Deji Adeaga
Director
Dr Gbenga Lawal
Director
Gbenga’s background and continuous interests are in Learning & Development; Coaching, Mentoring & Public Speaking.
He is dynamic and engaging public speaker known for inspiring audiences with powerful stories, practical insights, and a compelling stage presence. With over years of experience speaking at conferences, corporate events, and educational institutions, Gbenga specializes in topics such as leadership, personal development, innovation, mental health and communication.
He has over 20 years working experience in both Public and Private Sector Management. He owns Business Network Organisations such as ‘SkillsMindset’ (An International Resource Development Organisation) and Potters Property Holdings (Property Investment Organisation).
He is also a Church Leader, who engages with people who desired to be what they really want to be. Gbenga’s favourite quote is “A life unexamined is not worth living” – Socrates
Gbenga gradually advancing through roles in leadership, content strategy, and station management. He is passionate about fostering local talent, embracing digital transformation, and maintaining the core values of quality radio journalism and entertainment.