Daily Times Nigeria to Mark 100 Years, to Honour Amuka, Osoba, Ugochukwu!

Daily Times Nigeria to Mark 100 Years, to Honour Amuka, Osoba, Ugochukwu!

Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa

Daily Times Nigeria (DTN), one of the country’s oldest newspapers, is set to celebrate its 100th anniversary with a week-long lineup of commemorative events — including the launch of a landmark 700-page historical book chronicling Nigeria’s media evolution and key national developments.

What We Know:

• The centenary celebration will spotlight notable journalists and media pioneers, including Dr. Amuka Pemu, Chief Segun Osoba, and Ikechukwu Ugochukwu, for their contributions to journalism and national development.
• The 700-page book, titled “A Century of Storytelling: Nigeria Through the Eyes of Daily Times”, captures pivotal political, economic, and cultural moments.
• Events will include lectures, exhibitions, awards, and tributes to past editors and contributors.

Why It Matters:

• Founded in 1926, DTN played a central role in colonial resistance, post-independence journalism, and democratic struggles.
• Recognizing veterans like Osoba and Amuka affirms the newspaper’s legacy as a training ground for generations of Nigerian journalists.
• The anniversary comes at a time when legacy media faces challenges from digital disruption and declining print readership.

Quote:

“Daily Times is not just a newspaper — it’s a historical archive. This milestone honours those who built and sustained its voice,” — Organizing Committee Chair.

Citations:

1. Daily Times Nigeria Press Briefing – Oct. 2025
2. Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ)
3. Vanguard – Daily Times Set for 100-Year Celebration

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