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National Honours: Obasa Salutes Amuka-Pemu, Onanuga, Babarinsa, Other Journalism Icons

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National Honours: Obasa Salutes Amuka-Pemu, Onanuga, Babarinsa, Other Journalism Icons

 

Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. (Dr) Mudashiru Obasa has applauded the national honours bestowed on some journalism greats like Sam Amuka-Pemu, publisher of the Vanguard newspapers; Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu; Dare Babarinsa, popular newspaper columnist; and Dapo Olorunyomi, founder/publisher of Premium Times.

Also on the list of recipients were Kunle Ajibade, executive editor at TheNews; Seye Kehinde, publisher of City People magazine; Nosa Igiebor, Editor-in-Chief of TELL, perhaps Nigeria’s most successful news magazine; and Bagauda Kaltho, a senior correspondent of TheNews magazine who was murdered in a bomb blast in 1996 in Kaduna State.

The media icons were part of 139 Nigerians honoured for their varied and invaluable contributions to Nigerian democracy by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu during the June 12 Democracy Day celebration.

Speaker Obasa’s heartfelt salutation is contained in a statement signed by Adeshina Oyetayo, his Special Adviser on Research, Media, and Documentation.
According to him, “It is heartwarming to see these journalism greats being honoured for their courage, resilience, and steadfastly using the power of their pen to fight the tyranny of military dictatorship, risking their lives and livelihood, braving the odds, the guns, and arbitrary arrests and imprisonment, to fight for the enthronement, growth, and survival of democracy in Nigeria.

They are the true heroes of our democracy. They deserve all the honour bestowed on them.”

Obasa further thanked them for their labour of love and sacrifices for Nigeria and implored them to keep their passion for a better society aflame and alive. He implored them not be slowed down by age or any existential issue.

“The Nigeria you risked it all for is almost here. And we need you to continue to be the watchdog of our democracy,” Obasa stated.

Interestingly, Amuka-Pemu, whom President Tinubu described as ‘a legendary journalist and publisher that has remained true to his lifetime calling’ , could not have got a more fitting 90th birthday gift than the conferment of the Commander of the Order of the Niger (CON) title on him. Amuka-Pemu, founder of The Vanguard newspaper, turns 90 on Friday, June 13.

Like Amuka-Pemu; Onanuga, founder of TheNews magazine, and Babarinsa, co-founder of TELL magazine, were also conferred with the CON title. Olorunyomi, Ajibade, Igiebor, and Kehinde got the Officer of the Order of the Niger, OON, title.

Conversely, Kaltho, who got a posthumous OON, was one of the journalists who paid the supreme price during the despotic regime of the late General Sani Abacha.

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Opinion: Doris Ogala should refrain from mentioning Dr. Chris Okafor’s name given his marital status.

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Opinion: Doris Ogala should refrain from mentioning Dr. Chris Okafor's name given his marital status.

Opinion: Doris Ogala should refrain from mentioning Dr. Chris Okafor’s name given his marital status.

…He is not accountable for your predicament; kindly address your case file.

Meta Facebook should take immediate action to sanitize its platform of individuals like Doris who are spreading malicious content, and Doris should be careful when referencing Lagos-based well-known Pastor Dr. Chris Okafor in connection to her faded career

 

Doris Ogala should be aware that the Generational Prophet is now in a fulfilling marriage with his spouse, and her recent troubles are exclusively attributed to the ancestral curse that has been a persistent issue since her previous union, which her current husband had not yet discovered.

Opinion: Doris Ogala should refrain from mentioning Dr. Chris Okafor's name given his marital status.

When a grown up woman lack wisdom and good parental upbringing what should be expected from such woman is exactly what Doris Ogala portraying as human beings that fabricated lies against a true man of God and go scout-free so, no one is expected to sympathized with the faded-away actress known as Doris Ogala and she must dearly pay for her evil manipulation as nemesis hunting her back.

 

It’s prudent for Doris Ogala, or those close to her, to be aware of the potential risks associated with her claims regarding Dr. Chris Okafor, a married man. Without proper justification, such actions could lead to severe repercussions. The challenges she faces might be linked to her actions, and a genuine change might mitigate her situation.

 

Consider how the spouse of the person you’re criticizing online might feel when you address them so informally. Don’t you think she’s capable of facing you? While she may not respond to provocations, it’s advisable not to provoke further

 

I am taking this opportunity to advise Doris Ogala to reconsider her actions and prioritize her career by refraining from mentioning the name of a man who does not reciprocate her interest. It would also be prudent for Doris Ogala to reflect on her age and compare it with the age of the person she is so ardently pursuing and to respect the sanctity of his home, which would invite divine blessings and a peaceful life of her own if she dedicates her life to Christ, potentially reversing any adverse fate that may be looming over her.

 

Sincerely dedicating your life to Christ and amending your behavior can lead to divine mercy and a stable living arrangement; in my considered opinion, reforming one’s ways can yield compassion.

 

John Linus writes from Onitsha

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Banwo Identifies Structural Challenges Limiting Opposition

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Banwo Identifies Structural Challenges Limiting Opposition

 

Public commentator Dr. Ope Banwo has identified key structural and strategic challenges limiting the effectiveness of opposition parties in Nigeria.

In a statement released from his base in America, Banwo outlined several factors, including internal divisions, weak grassroots presence, and lack of clear policy alternatives, as major obstacles facing opposition groups.

“One of the biggest issues is fragmentation. There are too many interests and not enough coordination,” he said.

He noted that multiple presidential ambitions within opposition ranks could make it difficult to build consensus around a single candidate.

Banwo also emphasised the importance of grassroots political structures, stating that electoral success in Nigeria depends heavily on local-level organisation.

“Elections are not won on social media. They are won through presence and coordination at the community level,” he explained.

Another concern raised by Banwo is what he described as inconsistent messaging from opposition parties, which he said could make it difficult for voters to identify a clear alternative to the current administration.

“Criticism alone is not enough. Voters want to see a defined direction and credible leadership,” he added.

He further pointed to the challenges of funding and long-term planning, noting that successful political campaigns require sustained investment and discipline.

According to him, defeating an incumbent government demands a high level of coordination, including strong alliances and a unified national strategy.

Banwo, however, suggested that there remains an opportunity for opposition parties to reposition themselves if they address these challenges early.

He stressed the need for compromise among political leaders, urging them to prioritise collective goals over individual ambitions.

“If there is unity, structure, and clarity of purpose, the political landscape can still change,” he said.

He concluded that the strength of any democracy depends on the presence of a viable opposition capable of offering credible alternatives to voters

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koloman’s: Daddy @pastorumoeno we’re still waiting for your benevolence sir

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koloman’s: Daddy @pastorumoeno we’re still waiting for your benevolence sir

 

@igosave @okonlagos @nedu_official @yawnaija @deehumorous @senatorcomedian @akwaibomstategovt

 

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