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2027: Oyebanji, Umo, Abiodun Set For 7th Timeline Lecture As Sunday Dare, Omotoso Speaks On News Distortion
Information gathering and disseminating during election period indeed played a pivotal role in keeping the people abreast with reports, particularly as it concern updates across various locations where the election is going on. However, distorting vital information that could derail the entire process has been described by many as a setback that could undermine the generality of the election. This is what prominent communication expert, Season Journalist along with key stakeholders will be talking about during the 7th edition of Timeline Awareness Initiative Lecture and Awards in Lagos.
The event which is championed by the public sensitization platform of TimelineNG, an Online Newspaper, according to the Publisher, Yusuf Adeoye will hold Wednesday 13th May 2026 at the Radisson Blu Hotel Ikeja GRA. This year’s edition factored in the importance of reporting accurate information or news items without any sensationalism, especially in the social media that could heat-up the process, create confusion that may lead to insecurity or total disruption of the entire process.
The theme of the event this year is “Curbing Distortion of Events and Social Media Reporting During General Elections, A Look At Communication Style In The Government of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu”
The Governor of Ekiti State His Excellency Abiodun Oyebanji and his counterpart in Akwa-Ibom Pastor Eno Umo are expected to Chair the occasion and give the Keynote address respectively. Special Adviser to the President on Public Communication and Orientation Mr Sunday Dare and Lagos State Commissioner for Information and Strategy Mr Gbenga Omotoso are the two Guest Speakers at the event.
Also, prominently expected on the day billed to honour some few distinguished Nigerians is the Governor of Ogun State Prince Dapo Abiodun, Former Abia State Governor Sen Orji Uzor Kalu, Rt Hon Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa Speaker Lagos State House of Assembly among other Special Guests
Organisers of Real Talk With Kike have unveiled a high-profile lineup of speakers for the programme’s seventh anniversary celebration, which will also commemorate ace broadcaster Kikelomo Atanda-Owo Abati’s more than 20-year journey in the Nigerian media industry.
The milestone event will hold on October 10, 2026, at Eko Hotels and Suites, Lagos, bringing together leaders from government, business, media and culture for conversations on Nigeria’s future.
Leading the keynote sessions are Dr Kadiri Obafemi Hamzat, Deputy Governor of Lagos State, and Mr Vlassis Liakouris, Group Managing Director of Mandilas Group Limited.
Also confirmed as distinguished speakers are Mr Kola Adesina, Group Managing Director of Sahara Group, and Dr Toyosi Akerele-Ogunsiji, Founder of Rise Network, while Mrs Bola Adesola, Chairman of the Board of Ecobank Nigeria, will deliver the goodwill message.
The speakers will engage the theme, “The Future of Nigeria: Where Leadership, Innovation, Culture and Media Converge to Shape Nation Building,” exploring how governance, enterprise, innovation and storytelling can shape national development.
According to the organisers, the theme reflects the philosophy that has defined Real Talk With Kike over the past seven years as a platform for meaningful conversations on leadership, society, business, relationships, culture and contemporary issues affecting Nigeria.
For Kikelomo Atanda-Owo Abati, the celebration marks two significant milestones. Beyond the programme’s seventh anniversary, it also celebrates more than two decades of broadcasting, making the occasion a tribute to longevity, impact and the power of dialogue.
The multidisciplinary speaker lineup mirrors the event’s nation-building focus. Hamzat is expected to share perspectives on public leadership and governance, while Adesina and Liakouris will discuss private-sector leadership, enterprise and innovation. Akerele-Ogunsiji will contribute insights on education, youth development and innovation, with Adesola bringing the perspective of corporate governance and financial-sector leadership.
The October gathering is expected to attract policymakers, business executives, media personalities, creatives and guests who have been part of the Real Talk With Kike journey since its inception, reinforcing its reputation as one of Nigeria’s leading platforms for thought-provoking conversations.
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