Dele Momodu
In short
Dele Momodu is a veteran Nigerian journalist and a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). He is currently in the news for making strong political predictions regarding the 2027 elections and criticising President Bola Tinubu's administration.
Who they are now
He serves as the CEO and publisher of Ovation International, a prominent celebrity magazine. He is also a well-known motivational speaker and a columnist for ThisDay newspaper.
Why they are in the news
He is trending due to his recent allegations that President Tinubu has packed the electoral commission with specific officials and his claims that the current administration's grip on power is comparable to the Abacha era.
An example of their work
He founded and leads Ovation International, which expanded into Ovation TV and The Boss Newspaper. He also writes the popular weekly column 'Pendulum' in ThisDay newspaper.