Seyi Makinde’s Media Aide, Olanrewaju, Honoured with NUJ Public Communication Leadership Award

Seyi Makinde’s media aide, Mr Olanrewaju, has been honoured with the NUJ Public Communication Leadership Award. According to a report by Tribune Online, the award recognises his significant contributions to public communication, strategic media engagement, and information management in Oyo State. Olanrewaju, who is Special Adviser on Media to Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, dedicated the honour to the governor. Speaking after receiving the award, Olanrewaju expressed his gratitude to the Oyo State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) for recognising his efforts. He also thanked the governor for his support and encouragement, stating that it had significantly contributed to his success. This is not the first time Olanrewaju has been recognised for his work. In 2024, he was awarded the NUJ Excellence Award for his outstanding performance in his role as media aide to Governor Makinde. The NUJ Public Communication Leadership Award is an annual award given to individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership in public communication and strategic media engagement. It is an acknowledgement of their significant contributions to the promotion of good governance and public enlightenment in Nigeria. The award ceremony held on November 7, 2026, in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.