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From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja
President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated former Managing Director and Editor-in-Chief of the Concord Group of newspapers, Dr Doyin Abiola, on her 80th birthday, February 1, extolling the skills and brilliance, which saw her making history at a young age as her first female newspaper editor in the country.
According to a statement Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, Buhari said he shared the joy of the milestone with the eminent media personality and opinion moulder, who started her journalism career in 1969, earned a doctorate in Communications and Political Science in 1979, and brought more depth and scope into publishing with many years of experience.
The President said he believes Abiola’s passion for research and learning shaped her intellectual contributions to the vibrant and dynamic Nigerian media, fearlessly chasing and upholding the truth, and working zealously for the good of the majority, particularly in good governance and democracy.
The President noted the commendable and historic roles of Abiola as a columnist with Daily Sketch in the 1960s, Features Writer at Daily Times, later Group Features Editor, pioneer daily Editor of National Concord, and becoming the first female Editor-in-Chief in Nigeria.
The President said rejoices with the media icon for a life of many firsts, influencing and inspiring many, and mentoring leaders in the industry.
President Buhari prayed that the Almighty God will strengthen the octogenarian with good health, and bless her family.
