A Professor of Journalism and Mass Communication, Tokunbo Adaja, has called on the Nigerian media to take the lead in the fight against corruption and the promotion of good governance.
Delivering the 11th Inaugural Lecture at Joseph Ayo Babalola University, Ikeji-Arakeji, Osun State, Prof. Adaja urged journalists to sharpen their investigative skills, monitor government activities, and expose public misconduct.
Speaking on the topic “Power of Press and Press of Power: Bridging the Lacuna in the Quest for Good Governance in Nigeria,” he warned against glorifying corrupt individuals, stressing that people living above their means should be investigated.
Adaja lamented poor political participation in the country and charged the media to educate and mobilise citizens for effective democratic engagement.
He also criticized the nation’s anti-corruption efforts, describing them as largely ineffective without citizen involvement.
The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Olasebikan Fakolujo, described Prof. Adaja as a distinguished scholar with over 50 academic publications. The well-attended event featured top dignitaries, lawmakers, and traditional rulers.
