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Friday, 20 September 2013

OAP Matse Uwatse releases statement after sack from Nigerian Info

Some of you may have heard that popular Radio Personality Matse Uwatse Nnoli was fired from her job at radio station, Nigerian Info, two years after moving to the station from Wazobia FM where she worked for many years. There have been reports in the media that Matse was fired because 'she lacked discipline and couldn't be called to order'. Matse says this portrayal of her person is totally false and has released a statement exclusively to LIB. Find it below...
Dear all, compliments of the day to you.
I believe a lot of you must have heard of the recent termination of my job as an OAP (On Air Personality) on 99.3 Nigeria Info Fm. Well, it is true.
I have read on several blogs that I was sacked for being arrogant, rude etc. Even recently that I lacked discipline. If I lacked discipline, I wouldn't be successful in my career. I believe discipline, integrity and honesty goes hand in hand with true success. Ask those who  have met and known me and they will tell you that this is what I live for. I am not perfect, I have made mistakes but who is perfect?

I prefer to be silent on matters like this but since silence is assumed to be consent, I will not consent to my hard earned reputation being dragged to the gutters. I worked too hard for it.

On the 2nd of September 2013 while on admission at First Consultant Medical Centre, Lagos. I received an email while on my sick bed, announcing my termination. Honestly, I was not angry but a bit shocked. I had been too sick lately due to my pregnancy and was not at my best but I expected my company to be supportive of me. Yes, I wanted them to be supportive of me because I had worked hard over the years to bring them much glory.

I know that I will see all sorts of articles and comments to discredit me but I simply ask this of you all. If you have ever met me and I was unpleasant to you, feel free to vent but If you don't know the real me and all you have heard are insinuations, hold your peace. 

I love people and always wish them well. My mentees and honest colleagues will testify to this.I love progress because I believe the sky is  big enough for all the birds to fly. AIM Consultants. I am not mad at you. I believe when one door closes, another one opens. I have served you well over the years, brought you accolades. So please, let me go in peace and insiders in the Organisation who do not like guts should not use it as an opportunity to tear me down. I am a good person and YOU 
ALL KNOW THIS!

God bless AIM Consultants, I learnt a lot from you and I am grateful. God bless us all!
Matse Uwatse Nnoli

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Unknown said...

Awwww!! Matse of all??I really love her,if anybdy was to be sacked,wud hav been FREEZE!nigga's arrogant! Linda,u remember ur interview wit her on d "evry woman" show on nigerian info? Tho she has her rude moments,but she doesn't deserve 2b fired after aLl her services 2 dem!!tooo bad yea!! Wishin her gudluk tho *ONYX GODWIN*!

Anonymous said...

Wow

Anonymous said...

How mean and unfair of Nig info
~D great anonymous!

Nonye said...

I'M NOT SURPRISED IF BAD COLLEAGUES COME HERE UNDER ANONYMOUS TO WRITE NONSENSE. IF YOU GUYS ARE REAL PUT YOUR NAMES TO YOUR COMMENTS BLOODY FOOLS! YOU WILL ALWAYS SHINE MATSE!!!

Amy said...

You have spoken well. P is a blessing not a curse.

Anonymous said...

Instead of the company to support her, they're trying to tear her down. sigh! Humans!

Jolomi said...

My dear sister from another mother, I love your press release God bless you

Anonymous said...

Hmmmmm una don hear

Gerald said...

Don't mind them dear... God is preparing a better place for you... A place of greater upliftment...

Anonymous said...

Why now? Will surely miss her. "Sad face"

Anonymous said...

Awwwwwwww! my dear, it is well with ur soul. Nobody is gud behind my dear

Anonymous said...

I love U matse, I know u personally, I used to work in a bank's branch very close to ur office. U were always pleasant, respectful n courteous. U will get a better job don't worry ur pretty head. God bless u too.

Anonymous said...

Matse we love you to bits, We are very happy for you that you are about to be a mother! AIM CONSULTANTS "BIG SHAME ON YOU" This lady have worked with you for several years, since she left WAZOBIA, it is become watery, I learnt alot from this lady and used to tune in especially bcos of her! since how many years na now una know say she dey rude. Matse God be with you, you have blessed so many lives, carry go, better opportunities await you my dear and have a safe delivery.

Anonymous said...

Love you Matse! Very matured response.

Yinotinto said...

God bless u Matse, greater opportunities awaits u. U r a darling, no mind dem haters.

Anonymous said...

shi ke naaaaaaaaaaaaaa let her bee

Unknown said...

It is well matse

Anonymous said...

Hmmmmm!!just takin a deep breath!

Ofilispeaks.com said...

Me I dunno. I just know that if you call the show and you don't turn of your radio they will nearly chop your head off #okbye

Anonymous said...

Matse I have met you in pesin before and till d8 those sweet advice u gave me is still ringing in my head and helping me. You are a nice pesin, and as for the negative energy, piple aill always say wrong things. Buh truth is dey envy your Awards. Dont mind Bad belle. Ride on.

Anonymous said...

It's so sad how some pple r so inconsiderate towards pregnant women.i had severe morning sickness when I was pregnant n I went thru a lot with my bosses.i even got a query from 1 of them,that I had to respond to in 24 hrs or face sanction.i felt so sad I cried a lot .

Matse u ve said it all,when 1 door closes another opens.i wish you all the best

Unknown said...

Matse its well.....move on! I love how ur handling it

icejoself said...

matse, u cn't satisfy all bt u've done ur best, leave d rest for God. D sky is still ur limit. *next*

Sane Mind said...

When you were the champion in wazobia fm we all loved you then you left and lolo became the toast of wazobia listeners and i really wonder what you went to look for in Naija Info,,all they want to do is rubbish your career but God will not allow them because you are good in what you do,,however if dem talk say you rude make you self check yourself because everybody no fit dey wrong because even me self i know sabi you one on one!

Anonymous said...

I am sorry but I think Matse can be a bit rude sometimes. I don’t think she is a bad person, but she probably gets very passionate about her point-of-view and that might develop into a shouting match. I used to listen to her daily show and would sometimes catch her participation on “Ali Baba seriously” until I couldn’t take how brusque she gets with her callers sometimes. She was a lot more pleasant when she was in Wazobia. A Matse show on motherhood wont be a bad thing though, I like her views on child-rearing

Anonymous said...

Madam,

I don't know you, in fact, never heard of you, but just based on the sheer maturity, diplomacy, unlimited jist been surpressed for peace sake, I believe you.

I have been in similar situations too many times in the past, and present, but you know what, time is a great healer.

People may want to smear your name and rubbish you, for public vote - more for them vs. no one for you.

If it makes them feel better with themselves...fine!!! Just leave it and try to move on with your life, no matter how difficult a challenge it poses to be.

But deep down, and in their quiet time, everyone knows the truth.

Time is your best friend, currency and healer (aside from the I am that I am).

Stay strong for your unborn child.

Peace!!

From UK with love.

Anonymous said...

Aim consultant needs to be dealth with.

Anonymous said...

Deir job isn't d end of d world, wen dey wanted to recruit her dey dint give xpalnations same way now dat dey av sacked her let dem keep d reasons to demselves pls

Anonymous said...

such a wondaful comment, keep it up Babe, like u said,whn one door closes the other one opens! God's time is d best

Anonymous said...

Well! U'll be missed dear wish you all the best, and take care of your unborn baby, God knows best...

Anonymous said...

it is well Matshe, God will provide u a better job. pls get well soon

Ms.Precious Bonario Nnags said...

Really!!!matse take heart sumtin big is on d way d sky is sure big as u said

Anonymous said...

i love you matse and i believe you

Anonymous said...

Don't worry my dear god wiil make another way u soonal than u think am a big fan of urs

Unknown said...

I just knew there was more to all those stories everywia,thank God u ve cleared the Air, b strong girl! better days just ahead.

Anonymous said...

Nice one dearie,go girl.D sky is just your starting point

Chiek said...

AIM has a reputation for firing at will. Rubbish! My darling Matse, I've met you once and I fell in love with you even though I have never listened to you on air. All the best sweet and God bless you in your future endeavour

@Iwu Gideon said...

No better way to go than this, dear. Really, I've never been a fan and will not be but I'm proud she could let go w/out the usual 'fighting back' things. God bless your gracious heart, dear. More blessings in your future endeavours.

Anonymous said...

Wish u all d best......if u were not @ fault then calm down u will get anoda job......

Anonymous said...

What a mature statemen.God will open better door for you.that is the way private organization behave in our country the ogas have their wives and children at home but their female staff must not get pregnant. many old women that are nursing mother now are victims of this barbaric act .I think it the high time that our women freedom fighters will come together and fight these wizerd and iyalode Ibadan bosses

Mi5mz said...

Hmm I think she should also go into PR,this is one heck of a good statement! Hope you progress more in life and get back on air,miss your lovely voice!

Anonymous said...

Dnt mind sm pple wen u are bringing glory nobody nos or hear,but wen u are no more active due to condition dat will not last more dan 9month,u are now rude n arrongant.I wish u well,I wish u safe delivery,u shall ve cos to give testimonies by his grace.

Princess Dee said...

Nice and matured response.You go girl,heaven is ur limit.God is more than able to take u to greater heights.

Anonymous said...

Rosie Said......... My dear Matse, I do not know you and you did not sound like a rude person.You said it well,when one door closes,more doors and windows will open,and thats my prayer for you. For your company to fire you while you were pregnant and sick is so unfair,but like Igbo people will say"Nkemjika".......Meaning,what you have is greater.So pls relax and enjoy your pregnancy if you can,you are bringing another human beign into this world,dont be mad,be glad.

Anonymous said...

Wow wit all dis shez written av gat ₪☹ doubt in ma mind dat shez a gud person n if u dnt fink S̶̲̥̅ø̶̷̩̥̊͡oº°˚˚˚˚ plz pick up ur fon n dial her num n if u aint gat her num den oops u dnt knw her well enuf †̥o judge her.chikenah

Anonymous said...

I ges dis is bcos she dint open her leg 4 1 of d oga @ d top, omase ooo!

Anonymous said...

Wow wit all dis shez written av gat ₪☹ doubt in ma mind dat shez a gud person n if u dnt fink S̶̲̥̅ø̶̷̩̥̊͡oº°˚˚˚˚ plz pick up ur fon n dial her num n if u aint gat her num den oops u dnt knw her well enuf †̥o judge her.chikenah...n if dats wat rilly happened den d S̶̲̥̅ø̶̷̩̥̊͡oº°˚˚˚˚ called AIM α̲̅я̩̥̊ε̲̣̣̣̥ badt ppl dnt d̶̲̥̅̊ε̲̣̣̣̥γ̲̣̣̥ wish †̥o av kidz demse.-inspiratn fm TITI got preg had twins n shez still back doin her job d̶̲̥̅̊ε̲̣̣̣̥γ̲̣̣̥ shud take a que 4m dat

Unknown said...

Too bad, ist to comment

Unknown said...

Too bad, ist to comment

Anonymous said...

It's so wired comments are taking longer to upload but your birthday wishes was just flying up anyhow!

Anonymous said...

"I've only ever trusted my gut on everything. I don't trust my head, I don't trust my heart, I trust my gut." -Bryan Adams

Anonymous said...

For someone who has just seemingly been maltreated, the statement already depicts your calm personality. I haven't met you, Matse. But this simple statement released speaks volumes about you.I pray God vindicates you!

BLOGLORD (MVBM) said...

matse me, ive always loved u. so I don't bladdy care what others say.

life goes on...love ur spirit gurl!

Anonymous said...

Dear Matshe, don't worry. You are worth your onions and God will surely take you to where He intends you to be. God will save us from all the 'oga at the top'' I have a similar experience at work. My oga chased me for almost a year. The moment I got married and pregnant two months after, its been one issue or the other. I guess he suddenly realized that his hopes have been dashed. He has virtually made my life miserable. All of a sudden I have become incompetent, arrogant, rude and over reactive. I am just trusting God to help me get through this phase and most importantly I have to be strong for my baby.

So my dear, stay calm, you are not alone. At God's due time, He will make a way for all that believe.

Anonymous said...

wkt - my dearest matse, I know what ure going tru.ive had similar experience but trust me this one na bread, u will be absolutely fine.more greeze to ur successful elbows my dear.

Anonymous said...

Nigerian employers are very wicked and selfish. Very sure the owner of AIM Consultant is another JIMOH IBRAHIM who sacks pregnant staff without pay.Is high time Federal govt and labour union put a stop on the exploitation of Nigerian workers in the private sector and the unwarranted sack of staff at the slightest provocation without termination letter and payoff.Matse,don't worry something bigger is waiting for you. Let us all say NO to employers like JIMOH IBRAHIM.

Anonymous said...

Lots of funny comments here, even one about this lady not opening her legs for one big oga! Too much emotional reactions.
Let the woman sue the company if there was any wrong doing, I am sure she will get a lawyer that can take on the company. Or some of you here can offer the legal services.
Castigating the company without hearing their side of the story is not only wicked but also irresponsible. Some other folks work there and you people will destroy them if you kill the company with your comments.
All these reactions can be likened to carrying out jungle justice on somebody simply because of the shouts of thief.

Anonymous said...

Titiana is just running Aim anyhow she likes. But God will pay them back. Aim consultant terminated my appointment too and back dated it.

kidodo said...

So every small tin is now 'end time' dude or bitch get a life

Anonymous said...

Awww I don't even know her but she's so cute tho...such a black beauty..God bless you and your endeavours ma'm..stay blessed xxxx

Anonymous said...

I really understand dz ladys circumstance very well.am pregnant n dey r really tryin to frustrate me in my office.mine is even worse cos its an indian company bt d naija supervisors aint also helpin matters.May God cont to protect us working preg women.

Anonymous said...

tak hrt ya

ibeakwadalam said...

Story, story, story!

Ain't no smoke without faya!

Even her rebuttal shows that she was guilty... who says in a rebuttal that "no one is perfect?

They didn't ask you to be perfect, they asked you to stop acting like a rude obnoxious diva. And you told them to go to hell.

Humble yourself. Treat people like you would want to be treated.

Anonymous said...

Ur name really fits u, oniranu osi.

Anonymous said...

though i don't know much about ur life,but the truth is that matse you are very rude to your callers and you usually have this attitude of ITK, you hardly allow them to make there contribution,i hope you learn & ammend your ways in future cos no man is an island. wish you safe delivery and better job

Anonymous said...

All dey did was take ur office nd nt ur job/talent. Dats in u,it can't bi taken. So fire on.

Unknown said...

Matse is gud though rude at times to the caller....I have talked to her about that on one occasion.....though I still love her and I wish her d best!!!! Nelly should also be careful how she relate to callers too.....but Abeg Abeg Abeg.....mak una no sack reach wher BOSS LADY...4Lah and Gbenga are OOoooo....does two are my bestest OAPs......I luv @4lah....

Unknown said...

Enemies of Matse coming under Anon to write rubbish here, una weldon o.

SIMPLYCOCK said...

Were they jealous because she just got married or that she'll soon be a mother...
A lot of rubbish, bad blood, eye service take place in work places...people trying to do you in...people trying to appear up by bringing you down, and all that...
Matse is entering another phase of life, and at turning point dY/dX is equal to 0...
It's well..the sky is your limit dear...

iconclem said...

Matse, you know we love you, I hear your husband is not doing badly, pls use this time to cook him good owo soup and forget money chase for now,

iconclem said...

Matse, you know we love you, I hear your husband is not doing badly, pls use this time to cook him good owo soup and forget money chase for now,

Anonymous said...

Has anyone actually seen/read a statement from the company defaming her character? Sadly let go at a hard time, but what of the other side of the story? Anyway best of luck.

Anonymous said...

omo shes rude to callers jooooor, learn from ur mistakes and move on... no dey give us too much story

xdonsq said...

Den g=go 2 hell p=pin ur head in ur puppy's dick*ha ha

GinaBlack said...

From a HR point of view...Something is not being said.

Sacking a 'High Performing' Staff is not something a company would do @ the snap of their fingers...

So until I hear the other side of the gist...

Abinibi said...

Too many things don't add up in this whole story. What professional establishment fires an employee over a valid temporary medical circumstance?? There must be other facts here that have been untold. I've never met Matse and I don't listen to Wazobia or Naija info, but I've heard about oap there who shut callers up and down. To each his own, but this press release is simple an individual painting their own picture for the public. Nobody knows what occurred but those involved. I say common sense doesn't explain her getting fired over pregnancy. However, wish her the best and hope all parties learn the life lessons from the situation. Nuff said!

Temi said...

Nothing do you, Matse. You go get better job. I really like your personality esp when you were with Wazobia. I rarely listen to the big grammar station.
*hugs and kisses*

Illuminati said...

Brilliant, Beautiful, marvellous

Illuminati said...

Never mind them onu kul' njo geku nma, anhana ha nti, ha ga ekwu okwu kwugide onwe ha

Illuminati said...

havent all you guys who said Mtse is rude ever heard that pregnant wwomen secrete high hormones/testostorone during pregnancy and this kind of make them irritated easily and kind of like appear rude or unfriendly at times. Suddenly because Mtse is an OAP, she is no longer a woman and such natural occurrences does not and will not apply to her. Una do well oh!!! The only thing I can say to Matse is that, the people who have held her down for so long just realised that they cannot any longer. Now is your time to rise to your full potential. I do not have a single doubt about your ability.

Dem no fit see you bcos na "Ghost Mode" you de now. Goodluck and Godspeed.

Darlington said...

well i blv u have been skipping work cos of ur pregnancy, and without a gud permission to skip work who wouldn't fire u? it happens everywhere even in the western world.. sorry any way it wasn't your fault...

Uche said...

Its gud to knw that gal... life goes on.. buh u have to be more serious with ur job next tym

angel said...

Matse was super at Wazobia FM..my day was never complete without listening to her..Did not quite like her flow at Nigeria Info though..I think she should stick to Pidgin English ..Naija FM should snap her up pronto

Anonymous said...

She doesnt fall into that category

Anonymous said...

Hater get a good life

Anonymous said...

Yea very very rude like ur momma n ur papa like her like that. So like her too

Anonymous said...

Are u or any of ur folks?

Anonymous said...

Shey na English be dis? Sharrap n correct ursef. Thank me later

Naija Vampire Blog said...

Matse, the same thing happened to me...was ill and admitted and when i got better and resumed back to work, one of the bosses went ahead to say i wasnt ill but had gone to hang out and over did it and then decided on my own to take a week off *imagine talk sha!*...i was in the hospital, writing in pains, my butt and veins still hurt cos of injections, yet that person that calls himself a human being opened his mouth to say i faked it...i tended my resignation letter but the other boss and a senior colleague advised i not pay attention to what the human being said...Dear, people like that are best left to GOD...only GOD knows where the shoe pinches them...you are blessed and have your life ahead of you and i trust GOD would open a better door for you...you're human and its totally natural that thoughts about it would get to you and all, but dont let it weigh you down..you're good at what you do and thats what'll make you be sought after...HUGS

Ekwerike Phyllis said...

my dear dnt mind what people say, you have ur life to leave, people must talk, but that show u r destined for greatness, God will open better Jobs for u. i dnt know u buh i like u from ur pix, i wish u well. yours sincerely
Phyllis

Anonymous said...

matse,dats life 4 u.

Anonymous said...

Word...I like her so much but me thinks she needs to tone it down a little. I can read between d lines.

Nnena Obi said...

Matse you are the greatest oap that station has had. You and Dan foster. You are intelligent, humorous and one can hear your love for people in your voice. Move on, you will not look for a job, jobs will look for you. Matse the Great!!!!

Anonymous said...

God bless you Matse. Anyone who speaks ill of you is cursed and anyone who blesses you is blessed.

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