Radio station 5FM has announced that after ten years on air DJ Gareth Cliff will be leaving the station.

The station made the announcement on its website, saying that the famed DJ will be departing at the end of March.

According to the statement, Cliff will be pursuing further opportunities in his personal capacity.

Programming manager Tim Zunckel said: “5FM is enormously appreciative of Gareth’s incredible work ethic, his dedication to his listeners and support of the 5FM brand.

“The station thanks Gareth for his exceptional ten years of on-air presence as well as being an ambassador for the station, we wish him the very best in future.”

Cliff, who is known for his outspoken nature on-air said: “I’ve had an amazing decade at 5FM together with my “one-of-kind” team and I have loved every minute. The journey has been an unforgettable one but I’m excited about the future”.

Zunckel said has been a pleasure working with Cliff.

“He has been a huge asset to the 5FM team and we will miss him as an on-air personality and part of the brand. We’re excited about the new line-up and will be announcing as to what listeners can expect in the near future.”

Cliff posted on his Facebook fan page Monday morning: "Last show on 5FM today. Let's get unhinged. Come with me."

It was not immediately known who would be replacing the morning-drive host.