Yoruba Council Worldwide, Ìgbìmọ̀ Apapo Ọmọ Yorùbá Lágbàáyé, has announced the appointment of Mr. Gboyega Adeoye as its new Publicity Secretary and Spokesperson.
Yoruba Council Worldwide President, His Royal Majesty Sooko (Barr.) Oladotun Hassan, Esq., Sooko Agoriesin of Ile-Ife announced Adeoye’s appointment via a statement he released.
Hassan said Ogbeni Adeoye is a versatile and veteran journalist with nearly three decades of experience in print, broadcast and digital media.
The Council President stated that the appointee brings to the regional group a proven track record in public communications, media strategy, and development advocacy.
“He is also widely known as a frontline rights activist of no mean repute, with years of advocacy for justice, good governance, and the protection of indigenous rights.
“In his new role, Ogbeni Adeoye is fully empowered to speak on behalf of the Yoruba Council Worldwide, issue official press statements, respond to media inquiries, and represent the Council’s position on critical national issues and matters affecting the Yoruba people at home and in the diaspora,” the statement read in part.
Hassan added that Adeoye’s appointment was deliberate, based on his capacity, credibility and commitment to cultural advancement.
“Ogbeni Gboyega Adeoye has been carefully selected based on his proven capacity in public communications, development advocacy, and cultural strategy. He shall henceforth serve as the official voice and image of our Council on all matters relating to the media and public discourse,” the President stated.
The Yoruba Council Worldwide is a foremost global institution committed to the cultural, political and socio-economic advancement of the Yoruba people.
