Osoba leads notable dignitaries as media icon, Olamiti marks 72nd birthday with book launch

The former governor of Ogun State and media guru, Aremo Olusegun Osoba, led other dignitaries, including media practitioners, traditional rulers, and others. As a renowned veteran journalist, Mr Mofoluwaso Olamiti marked his 72nd birthday celebration with a book launch in Ibadan on Thursday.

The book titled “A Peep into the Past” chronicled the 50 years of experience of the author in the private and public sectors as well as his encounters with the past and present political leadership in the country.

The author, according to the dignitaries in attendance at the International Conference Centre, University of Ibadan, deserved an accolade, noting his contribution to the development of the journalism profession in the country.

Olamiti has played a notable role in human and capacity building in the profession.

This was attested to by Aremo Osoba, who described him as a thoroughbred professional and a great Nigerian.

“I have high respect for him as a professional colleague. He combined his role as editor of a reputable newspaper with that of a servant of God. He is an active member of the Anglican Communion to date

“As a Christian, I know what it takes to be dutiful in the service of God, having stayed with my uncle, Apostle Joseph Ayo Babalola, who was the founder of Christ Apostolic Church.

“Olamiti has the fear of God. I am sure that he will make heaven like myself.

Also, the consultant and director of African Newspapers of Nigeria, Plc, Pastor Dr. Segun Olatunji, described Mr. Olamiti as a builder of men.

Mr. Olamiti brought me to the Nigerian Tribune in 1987 as a reporter. He is the best reporter. He has mentored many journalists of repute that are too numerous to mention.

He has had an impact on many lives. He is a leader who is always willing to learn from his subordinates.

Speaking in the same vein, the publisher of Ovation magazine, Chief Dele Momodu, said he has learned a lot from the author.

He said the author has had a great impact on his life and, therefore, called on the leaders in the various sectors of the economy to adopt his leadership style, especially in the area of mentorship.

According to him, we are where we are in the country today because good people are neither motivated nor encouraged.

We should cultivate the habit of mentoring the younger generation. This is the only way to move the nation forward.

Also, in his goodwill message, the Maye Olubadan of Ibadanland, Senior Chief Lekan Alabi, described Olamiti as a role model for upcoming journalists in the profession.

As a journalist, your report will show the depth of your knowledge.

Mr. Sola Osunkeye said the author played a prominent role in the height that he has attained in the profession.

In attendance at the event were the former Special Adviser to the immediate past President and reviewer of the book, Mr Femi Adesina, Prof. Bishop Dapo Asaju, the Managing Director of ANN Plc, Mr Edward Dickson, Editor, Saturday Tribune, Dr Lasisi Olagunju, Dr Festus Adedayo, Mrs. Modupe Olubanjon of Glo, Olori Ewe of Oro Kingdom, Chief Rasheed Adedoyin, Prof. Yinka Oyewo, and Madam Funke Oti.

Others were Orangun of Oke-Ila, Oba Adedokun Abolarin, Dr. Anthony Omolola, Prof. Motunrayo Olumakaye, Mr. Taiwo Obe, Prof. Abiodun Ilesanmi, and others.

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