September 22, 2025 Radio
Omani radio station Merge 104.8 has added two new daily shows to its programming line up.
Neal Bowden has returned to the station to present the afternoon show from 2pm to 6pm, while Scott Clarke joins to host the midday slot from 10am to 2pm.
Bowden is already a familiar voice to listeners, having worked at the radio station from 2012 to 2023.
“It feels great to be back at Merge 104.8,” he said. “I’m excited to reconnect with listeners, old and new. We’ve got lots of fun things planned with a fresh energy in the afternoon.”
Omar Othman, Chief Executive Officer of SABCO Media, added: “As part of our strategy moving ahead, it feels good to welcome Neal back home to Oman’s Feel Good Station, Merge 104.8. We’re confident that the listeners are as excited as we are to have him back to uplift the afternoon airwaves”.
Athul Kamal continues to present breakfast show Mornings with Athul from 6am-10am, which is now followed by Middays with Scott Clarke.
Salim al Amri, General Manager of SABCO Media said: “We’re looking forward to this new vision and direction of Merge 104.8 and this is just the start of many great things to come. With Scott Clarke joining the team and Neal returning home, we’re confident that our listeners will welcome and embrace the new sound of Merge 104.8.”