APC national chairman appoints Tooki media adviser

National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has approved the appointment of Mr. Abimbola Tooki as special adviser on media and communication strategy.

Mr. Tooki is a celebrated journalist, columnist and media strategist, with deep expertise in governance reporting, crisis communication, information management and team leadership. He is widely regarded for his ability to bring institutions closer to the people through the effective use of conventional and digital media platforms.

His professional journey spans several reputable media organisations, culminating in his role as Editor of BusinessWorld Newspaper, where he oversees editorial direction, production, administration and corporate management. He previously rose through the ranks at Financial Standard, earning rapid promotions due to exceptional performance, intellectual depth and dedication to duty.

He is also a familiar face and respected voice in broadcast media, serving over the years as a guest analyst on platforms, such as Channels Television and other national stations, where he analyses major headlines, public policy and issues of national importance.

Academically, he holds an MBA from the Obafemi Awolowo University, a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism from the Nigerian Institute of Journalism, and a Bachelor’s degree in Language Arts from the University of Ilorin.

In his new role, he is expected to provide strategic direction for the chairman’s media engagement, strengthen the APC’s communication architecture, manage reputation and messaging and enhance the party’s interface with stakeholders, the press and the Nigerian public.