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Fact Check: Seun Okinbaloye Not Sacked from Channels Television
By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
Recent rumors circulating on social media platforms have sparked speculation about the employment status of prominent journalist Seun Okinbaloye at Channels Television. These unverified claims suggested that Okinbaloye had been “sacked” by the network, with some attributing the alleged dismissal to political pressure. However, our investigation reveals a different story altogether.
Contrary to the circulating rumors, Okinbaloye has not been dismissed from his position at Channels TV. Gatekeepers News has conducted a thorough investigation into the matter, reaching out to multiple sources to ascertain the truth behind these claims.
In an exclusive conversation with Okinbaloye himself, we can authoritatively state that he is currently on leave and has neither been sacked nor left Channels Television. The veteran journalist expressed surprise at the rumours, affirming his continued relationship with the network.
Furthermore, an inside source at Channels TV, speaking on condition of anonymity, corroborated Okinbaloye’s statement. The source emphasized that Okinbaloye remains a valued member of the Channels TV team and that his current absence from the screen is simply due to a planned leave.
Addressing concerns about Okinbaloye’s podcast venture, our Channels TV source clarified that the management is not bothered by this independent project, a tell-all podcast that has helped reveal some of Nigeria’s most hidden secrets.
Journalism has evolved,” the source explained. “The current media landscape allows for anchors and other media personalities to pursue side projects alongside their primary roles. This flexibility is part of the dynamism in modern journalism.”
Okinbaloye, a household name in Nigerian broadcast journalism, has been with Channels Television for over a decade. Known for his incisive political reporting and interviews, he has become one of the most recognisable faces on Nigerian television. He anchors the popular “Politics Today” show and has covered numerous high-profile political events, including elections and governmental proceedings.
A graduate of the University of Ilorin, Okinbaloye has built a reputation for his balanced and probing interview style. His contributions to political discourse in Nigeria have earned him respect from both colleagues and viewers alike.
As the media landscape continues to evolve, it’s crucial to verify information before spreading it. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of fact-checking in the age of rapid information dissemination on social media platforms.
Journalists like Okinbaloye and others of his ilk stand out for their immense quality and must be protected by all. He has proven critical to nation building through his riveting analysis, courage and ability to ask the important questions.
Okinbaloye is still very much a staff of Channels TV and fake news peddlers will have to look elsewhere to channel their inner chaos.
President Bola Tinubu will hold first presidential chat since assuming office on Monday night.
Accoding to a statement released by presidential spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, the chat will be broadcast at 9 p.m. on the stations of Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) and Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN).
All television and radio stations are requested to hook up to the broadcast.
“The first Presidential Media Chat with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will be broadcast at 9 p.m. on Monday, December 23, on the Nigerian Television Authority and Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria.
“All television and radio stations are requested to hook up to the broadcast,” the statement.
The US President-elect took to the stage AmFest in Phoenix to talk about his contact with the Russian leader.
He told the crowd: “President Putin has said he want to meet with me as soon as possible.”
Trump went on to brand the war “horrible” and stated it needed to end. It is not known whether or not this meeting will take place in person. His comments at the event in the US come as Putin met with another world leader.
Putin held talks in the Kremlin today (December 22) with Slovakia’s prime minister, Robert Fico, in a rare visit to Moscow by an EU leader since Russia’s all-out invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.
Fico arrived in Russia on a “working visit” and met with Putin one-on-one. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told Russia’s RIA agency that the talks would focus on “the international situation” and Russian natural gas deliveries.
Visits and phone calls from European leaders to Putin have been rare since Moscow sent troops into Ukraine, although Hungary’s PM Viktor Orban visited Russia in July. Orban’s visit drew condemnation from Kyiv and European leaders.Fico’s views on Russia’s war on Ukraine differ sharply from most other European leaders. The Slovakian PM returned to power last year after his leftist party Smer (Direction) won parliamentary elections on a pro-Russia and anti-American platform. Since then, he has ended his country’s military aid for Ukraine, hit out at EU sanctions on Russia, and vowed to block Ukraine from joining NATO.
Stanley Alieke, the counsel for popular controversial rapper, Darlington Achakpo, aka Speed Darlington, said the singer has been granted bail after nearly a month in police custody.
Alieke disclosed this on his Instagram handle on Monday.
“Apki has been granted bail by the court,” he wrote without including much information.
The rapper was arrested on November 27 while performing at a show in Owerri, Imo State.
His arrest was connected to an alleged abuse of Afrofusion star, Damini Ogulu popularly known as Burna Boy.
Darlington’s counsel, Deji Adeyanju also confirmed that Burna Boy was responsible for his arrest.
Darlington had taunted Burna Boy over his affiliation with the embattled United States rapper Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs who is facing multiple charges for sexual exploitation and human trafficking.
This prompted his first arrest. On his arrival, Speed Darlington swore never to back down on calling out the Grammy award winner because of his association with the embattled Diddy.
Earlier, Darlington’s lawyer, Adeyanju said that the singer would be arraigned within 48 hours or be released on bail.
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