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Dele Momodu
Nigerian journalist/ CEO of Ovation International
ChiefDele Momodu (born Ayòbámidélé Àbáyòmí Ojútelégàn Àjàní Momodu; 16 May ) is a Nigerian journalist, publisher, businessman, and motivational speaker. He is the CEO and publisher of Ovation International, a celebrity magazine.[1] In , he officially launched Ovation TV and subsequently launched an online newspaper called The Boss Newspaper.[2] Momodu has received hundreds of awards and honors for his work in the world of business, politics, literature, the music industry and the fashion industry.[3][2] He writes a weekly column called "Pendulum", published every Saturday on the back page of ThisDay newspaper.
The articles have been praised for highlighting topical national issues in Nigeria, as well as discussing popular topics, current events and notable people, often in a polemic/critical style.[4]
Early life
Momodu was born on 16 May His name, Ayòbámidélé, means "my joy has followed me home."[5] He is the last of three siblings.
See full list on thecityceleb.com In , destiny beckoned him to the Concord Group of Publications , where he ascended to the prestigious editor position for the illustrious Weekend Concord. Don't miss a headline — join now! Behind the name. Deportations: Trump gives immigration agents power to raid churches, schools.He lost his father at the age of 13, thereafter relying on his mother and relatives for support. Momodu was taught by his late mother, who died on 18 May ,[6] not to despair even when times are tough. This was exemplified by her continual support of him even when others had written him off. She had given him a third chance at passing his WAEC (senior secondary exams).
Although his mother's source of income was from petty trading, and she had two older children Dr. Oladele B. Ajayi and Debbie Ajayi to care for, she labored hard to sustain her family, and in the words of Momodu, "she didn't give up on me."[6]
Education and career
A graduate of University of Ife, (now Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife) , Momodu holds a degree in Yoruba and a master's degree in English Literature ().
He lectured at the Oyo State College of Arts and Science in Ile-Ife, between and while on National Service. Between and , he was private secretary to the former Deputy Governor of Ondo State, Chief Akin Omoboriowo.
See full list on thecityceleb.com He added that a state of emergency had to be declared in the domestic gas market to save the electric power sector, and address other issues. He challenges the status quo through his words, tirelessly advocating for a more just society. In , he took a bold step, running for the presidency under the National Conscience Party , leaving an indelible mark on the political landscape. Not one to be confined to a single arena, Dele Momodu ventured into politics.In , Momodu served the Ooni of Ife, Oba Okunade Sijuwade Olubuse II, managing the Motel Royal Limited owned by the monarch. Following Momodu's resignation from the Motel Royal, he went on to study for his post-graduate degree in English literature. He was during this time contributing articles to the likes of The Guardian, Sunday Tribune and other Nigerian-based publications.
On 30 July , Momodu was awarded with an honorary doctorate degree (PhD) from the University of Professional Studies, Accra, Ghana, earning him the title "Doctor of Humane Letters".
In May , Momodu got his first job as staff writer with African Concord magazine, owned by Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola.
A year later, Momodu was transferred to Weekend Concord as a pioneer staff.
He wrote the first cover story for the paper in March He also contributed to other publications such as the National Concord, Sunday Concord, Business Concord and the Yoruba newspaper Isokan. In May , he became literary editor, within six months he became news editor of the Weekend Concord. Between May and September he edited May Ellen Ezekiel's Classique, a celebrity magazine, an appointment that made him the highest paid editor in Nigeria.
He resigned and tried his hand at doing business as a bread distributor for his mentor Moshood Abiola, who owned "Wonderloaf".
Dele momodu biography of michael jackson: Momodu started Ovation International in [ 8 ] while still in exile. His path led him to respected newspapers like the African Concord and the Weekend Concord , where his words resonated with an eager audience hungry for truth and enlightenment. After the death of Abiola in prison, and the subsequent death of his military ruler Sani Abacha , Momodu ended his exile. Archived from the original on 17 June
Following this, Momodu started a public relations outfit, Celebrities-Goodwill Limited, which managed the accounts of Moshood Abiola, Mike Adenuga, and Hakeem Belo-Osagie.[citation needed]
Exile
In , Momodu resigned to join the Moshood Abiola presidential campaign organization.
Momodu was arrested and detained at Alagbon Close in Lagos, after the annulment of the 12 June presidential election by General Ibrahim Babangida. He was punished by the reigning dictatorship for his pro-democratic views but was undeterred. He was to be arrested in and charged with treason by the government of Sani Abacha, then a dictator.
Momodu was accused of being one of the brains behind the pirate radio station, Radio Freedom (later Radio Kudirat), after the murder of Alhaja Kudirat Abiola.
Dele momodu biography of michael TheBoss Newspaper. Momodu was arrested and detained at Alagbon Close in Lagos, after the annulment of the 12 June presidential election by General Ibrahim Babangida. Ovation Red Carol [ edit ]. He was to be arrested in and charged with treason by the government of Sani Abacha , then a dictator.Momodu managed to escape by masquerading as a farmer through the Seme border into Cotonou, in Benin Republic, from where he fled to Togo, Ghana and eventually to the United Kingdom.[7] For three agonising years, he could not re-enter his homeland, Nigeria. He has since been absolved of all accusations made by the Abacha administration, which are believed to have been orchestrated by Abacha's anti-democratic administration Momodu opposed with his support of MKO Abiola's campaign.
Ovation International
Momodu started Ovation International in [8] while still in exile. After the death of Abiola in prison, and the subsequent death of his military ruler Sani Abacha, Momodu ended his exile. Since then, he has expanded Ovation International, and which is now one of Africa's most popular celebrity magazines.
Ovation International is also reputed to be the only bilingual magazine in Africa, having editions printed in both English and French.
Ovation Red Carol
Momodu has held an annual event since , known as the Ovation Red Carol (later changed to Ovation Carol and Awards). The Red Carol is held every December, and has become one of West Africa's most popular annual Christmas events, often involving musical performances, drama, fashion shows and award presentations for varying charitable causes.
From to it was held in Lagos, Nigeria, but was held in Accra, Ghana, in December In , former president of Ghana J. J. Rawlings attended, with Wyclef Jean as the headline act, along with many other international performers, including MI, Ice Prince and Burna Boy from Nigeria. In , two shows were held for the first time – one in Lagos, Nigeria and the other in Accra, with Nigerian performer Wizkid headlining both events, as well as American singer Evelyn "Champagne" King for the Lagos show.
The show was held in Lagos at Eko Hotel & Suites, with Ovation presenter Daala Oruwari and actor Richard Mofe Damijo serving as co-hosts. Korede Bello, Flavour N'abania, Reekado Banks, King Sunny Ade and Simi all performed at the Globacom-sponsored event, and was attended by Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama.
See full list on thecityceleb.com Trending Now!! That is the challenge I am throwing at you all seated today. This material, and other digital content on this website, may not be reproduced, published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed in whole or in part without prior express written permission from PUNCH. Retrieved 8 JulyA video tribute was held for the late producer OJB Jezreel in the presence of his family. The show featured performances from Tiwa Savage, 2baba, Davido, Sinach, Sammie Okposo, D'banj, DJ Cuppy, Banky W, Sir Shina Peters and Ebenezer Obey, and was attended by guests including Femi Otedola and Aliko Dangote. The edition, sponsored by the Esther Ajayi Foundation, featured an all-star lineup including Burna Boy, Adekunle Gold, Mr Eazi, Falz, DJ Cuppy, Teni, Mayorkun, Yinka Ayefele, Sinach, Sammie Okposo and more.
Political career
Momodu officially indicated his interest to run for the position of president of the federal republic of Nigeria under the Labour Party, during the presidential election cycle in September [9] However, the Labour Party would drop out of the presidential race and he would end up running under the platform of the National Conscience Party,[10] losing to Goodluck Jonathan in the general elections.
He would later describe this presidential race as being borne out of frustration.[11]
In February , Momodu declared his intention to run for president of Nigeria, on the platform of the main opposition party, the Peoples Democratic Party.[12]
Family and personal life
On 19 December , Momodu married Mobolaji Abiodun.[13] They have four children: Pekan[14] (born ), Yole (born ), Eniafe (born ) and Korewa (born ).[15]