Olusegun Osoba
Former Governor, Ogun State
All Progressives Congress Ogun State
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Bio Summary
Chief Olusegun Osoba is a Nigerian journalist, statesman, and politician who served as the Governor of Ogun State twice, first under the Social Democratic Party (1992–1993) and later under the Alliance for Democracy (1999–2003). A pioneer in Nigerian journalism, Osoba rose to prominence as an editor and media executive before entering politics. Known for his pro-democracy stance during Nigeria’s military era, he became one of the founding fathers of the All Progressives Congress (APC). He remains a respected elder statesman and political leader in Ogun State and across Nigeria.
Education
- African Church Grammar School, Abeokuta
- Ibadan Grammar School, Ibadan
- Journalism Training at the University of Lagos and further professional courses in the United Kingdom and the United States
Professional Background
- Veteran journalist and newspaper editor
- Former Editor of the Daily Times of Nigeria and Daily Sketch
- Managing Director of Daily Times of Nigeria Plc
- Served as member of several international journalism bodies including the International Press Institute (IPI) and Commonwealth Press Union