The Kwara State Government has restated its commitment to the successful rebounding and repositioning of The Herald Newspapers and other State-owned media Houses.
Addressing the inaugural session of the Editorial Board of the newspapers yesterday, the Commissioner for Communications Mrs Bola Olukoju said the government looks forward to working closely with the Editorial Board and Management for the success of the ongoing efforts to shore up the newspaper’s fortunes.
Members of the Editorial Board are: Oloriewe Raheem Adedoyin (Chairman); Yomi Adeboye ( General Manager, The Herald); Dr. Isiaka Aliagan ( Associate Professor, Department of Mass Communication, Kwara State University, Malete); Mr. Supo Balogun ( Distinguished Media Executive); Prof. Emmanuel Gbade Ojo ( Professor of Political Science, University of Ilorin); Dr. Lambe Kayode Mustapha ( Associate Professor, Department of Mass Communication, University of Ilorin;
Mr. Kayode Olasehinde (Acting Editor, Daily) and Mr. Abiodun Abdulkareem (Acting Editor, Sunday).
She expressed confidence in the antecedents and pedigree of the Chairman and members of the Editorial Board, adding that they will bring on board a lot of values to the innovative actions of the government and management of the newspaper.
Olukoju thanked the members for accepting to serve the State in such noble fashion, saying their selfless service to the is highly appreciated.
Chairman of the Editorial Board, Oloriewe Raheem Adedoyin appreciated the government and management for the opportunity offered the members to be of service.
He noted that with the calibre of members, The Herald will surely benefit immensely from their knowledge, expertise and influence.
Adedoyin thanked the members for making themselves available to serve the State through The Herald.
