Sanwo-Olu congratulates new Editor, Chief Finance Officer of Guardian Newspapers
Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated Dr Olufemi Adekoya, the immediate Business Editor of The Guardian Newspaper, on his appointment as its Editor, saying Adekoya’s new appointment was an inspiration to young journalists that they can get to the top position in Guardian Newspapers Limited if they were faithful and committed.
Governor Sanwo-Olu also congratulated the company’s Head of Finance, Mrs Patience Ilesanmi, for her elevation to the position of Chief Financial and Operating Officer.
The governor, in a statement issued on Tuesday by his Chief Press Secretary (CPS), Mr Gboyega Akosile, described Adekoya and Ilesanmi’s appointments as deserving, considering their experience, commitment, and long years of service in Guardian Newspapers Limited.
“The appointment of Dr Olufemi Adekoya as The Editor of The Guardian Newspaper is an inspiration to young journalists, especially the staff of Guardian Newspapers Limited that they can get to the top of their career in the company.
“Dr Adekoya’s appointment is thoroughly deserving having proved his mettle in the journalism profession and I do not have any doubt that the cap fits him. He is a seasoned journalist and media manager with a proven track record of excellence in journalism, especially in business reporting,” Governor Sanwo-Olu stated.
The governor, therefore, urged Adekoya to bring his wealth of experience to bear in strengthening the journalism profession and also be a good gatekeeper against fake news, which he noted was not good for the country.
Besides, he urged him to see his new appointment as a crucial assignment for the media, especially The Guardian Newspapers to enable it to be more circumspect and developmental in playing its role as the watchdog of society.
“I want to urge Dr Adekoya to bring his wealth of experience to strengthen the journalism profession and also be a good gatekeeper against fake news, which is not good for our country. He should also see his new appointment as a crucial assignment for the media, especially The Guardian Newspapers to be more circumspect and developmental in playing its role as the watchdog of society,” the governor said.
“I also congratulate Mrs Patience Ilesanmi on her new appointment as the Chief Finance and Operating Officer. I urge her to use her office for the growth and development of Guardian Newspapers Limited,” he added.
