Prince Nduka Obaigbena, the Chairman of THISDAY/Arise Media Group, recently led the ARISE News team to Washington DC for Trump’s inauguration as US’ 47th President, at the invitation of a former ARISE News Staff who is now a Trump surrogate.
The ARISE team includes Ohi Odiai, Adefemi Akinsanya (who flew in from Turkey) and Opeyemi Adenihun.
ARISE News gave the world a blow-by-blow account of events as they occurred – in the spotlight and behind the scenes. The coverage was very rich and robust.
Meanwhile, ARISE News Anchors, Rotus Oddiri, Adesuwa Omoruan and Ivica Babic were on ground in Davos for on-the-spot coverage of global business leaders at the World Economic Forum annual gathering where Vice President Kashim Shetima led Nigerian economic team.
With an unparalleled ability to anticipate and shape the future of media, Nduka Obaigbena has redefined journalistic standards and expanded the horizons for media practitioners globally. Under his guidance, THISDAY evolved from an ambitious Nigerian newspaper into a global journalistic powerhouse, respected for its integrity, quality, and depth of reporting.
Obaigbena’s innovative spirit was further showcased with the establishment of ARISE News, which provides diverse narratives and elevates African stories on the global stage. His commitment to media excellence and dedication to amplifying marginalized voices have inspired countless journalists and media professionals.
Beyond his professional achievements, Obaigbena’s resilience in the face of challenges can be described as a beacon of inspiration. His ability to navigate and overcome obstacles while steadfastly maintaining journalistic integrity and freedom offers hope to media practitioners everywhere. His story encourages the pursuit of excellence despite the odds.
To say his visionary leadership and enduring contributions have solidified his legacy as a titan in the media industry is simply stating the obvious.
