ThisDay· 1h ago· 1 min read
As Daily Times marks its 100th anniversary, former Managing Director, Dr. Yemi Ogunbiyi, has called for renewed commitment to preserving Nigeria's history, strengthening credible journalism and repositioning media institutions to meet the demands of the digital age.
Ogunbiyi, who rose through the ranks from the newsroom to become Managing Director of the newspaper, said the centenary celebration was not only a milestone for the organisation but also an opportunity to reflect on the critical role institutions play in nation-building.
Speaking on the newspaper's legacy, he described Daily Times as more than a newspaper, saying it played a pivotal role in shaping Nigeria's media landscape and documenting the country's political, economic and social evolution.
“It was never just a newspaper. It was an institution that helped build Nigeria,” Ogunbiyi said.
According to him, Daily Times…
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