- By Demola Atobaba, Ado-Ekiti
All roads lead to Ado-Ekiti as the Nigerian Youth Congress (NYC), Ekiti State Chapter, set to honour the distinguished journalist and former Chairman of Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ekiti State Council, Dr Tai Oguntayo, for recognition at the 2026 edition of the Ekiti Colloquium and Heroes Award.
Dr Oguntayo’s nomination, was communicated in an official letter made available to TopNews in Ado-Ekiti by the Chairman, Publicity Secretary and Secretary of the committee, Greatolasoji Gabriel, Oyeniyi Alexander and Oke Folasade, respectively.
The nomination, according to them is in recognition of Oguntayo’s contributions to journalism, public enlightenment, community development and the socio-economic advancement of Ekiti State.
In the letter, the NYC described the nomination as the outcome of a meticulous selection process conducted by the planning committee, noting that Oguntayo’s professionalism, integrity and commitment to truthful reporting had distinguished him as a worthy recipient of the prestigious honour.
The organisation commended his dedication to journalism and the dissemination of information for public enlightenment, adding that his contributions had positively impacted the growth and development of the state.
According to the letter, the award programme provides a platform to recognise distinguished personalities whose professional accomplishments and commitment to societal development serve as inspiration to younger generations.
The letter reads, “It is our honour and privilege to formally notify you that, following a meticulous selection process by the Planning Committee, you have been nominated for recognition at the Ekiti Colloquium and Heroes Award 2026.
“The Ekiti Colloquium and Heroes Award is the flagship annual programme of the Nigerian Youth Congress, Ekiti State Chapter, established to promote visionary leadership, youth development, entrepreneurship, good governance, and to celebrate distinguished individuals whose outstanding contributions have significantly impacted the growth and development of Ekiti State and Nigeria.
“Your nomination is in recognition of your exceptional professionalism, integrity, and remarkable contributions to journalism.
“Your dedication to truthful reporting, public enlightenment, and community development has distinguished you as one of the outstanding personalities worthy of this prestigious honour”.
