Eric Latiff Teases New Endeavor Following Exit from Spice FM After 6 Years
Veteran journalist and radio personality Eric Latiff has officially announced his departure from Spice FM after six years of hosting The Situation Room, a show he played a pivotal role in building from scratch.
Latiff shared the news on his social media, expressing his heartfelt gratitude to the Standard Group, his colleagues, and the loyal listeners who supported him throughout his journey.
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Latiff reflected on the show’s beginnings, which aired its first episode on August 20, 2019, at 6 a.m. Joined by co-hosts CT Muga, Ndu Okoh, and Njeri Thorne, the team embarked on an innovative venture: delivering four hours of uninterrupted talk during the morning commute.
Switching on the microphones that first morning brought both excitement and uncertainty.
“Would this work? Would the audience embrace four hours of non-stop talk during their busy morning commute?” Latiff recalled asking himself.
Their commitment and belief in the format paid off, turning The Situation Room into what is now celebrated as “Kenya’s Biggest Conversation.”
Latiff credited the show’s success to the collective efforts of his co-hosts and the production team, including producer Brian Evusa, Programmes Controller Brian Obara, and Radio General Manager Tom Japanni, along with the wider support from marketers, commercial teams, and technical staff.
On January 6, 2025, Latiff bid farewell to his audience, describing his time at Spice FM as a privilege.
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“It has been a great journey building The Situation Room to what it has become… The biggest part of this show has been the audience,” he shared, expressing deep appreciation to those who tuned in across radio, TV, and digital platforms.
Latiff’s departure is another milestone in a career marked by groundbreaking contributions to Kenya’s media landscape.
He previously helped establish Family FM and Family TV, Kameme FM, and K24—pioneering Kenya’s first religious media outlet, vernacular radio station, and 24-hour news channel, respectively.
As he looks toward the future, Latiff hinted at exploring new opportunities, leaving fans intrigued about what’s next.
“Is there room for something new? Of course, always, and I sure hope to be a part of it soon,” he remarked.
With Latiff’s exit, The Situation Room will now be helmed by co-hosts CT Muga and Ndu Okoh.
