NAL FELLOWSHIP: GOVERNOR ADELEKE CONGRATULATES DR LASISI OLAGUNJU

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OSOGBO– 11/07/2025– Osunstate.gov.ng

The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has congratulated renowned columnist, Dr Lasisi Olagunju on the conferment of a prestigious Honourary Fellowship by the Nigerian Academy of Letters (NAL), describing the honour as a further affirmation of the significant influence of his works in enriching knowledge.

Governor Adeleke praises the Editor of Saturday Tribune as a model of responsible journalism, exploring his mastery of words to advance for a better society, saying that the NAL Fellowship is a recognition of his outstanding contributions to the humanities in Nigeria and beyond and is worth celebrating.

The Governor commends Dr Olagunju for commitment to truth and informed commentaries, which has not only earned him recognition but also put Osun state in good spotlights, expressing his deep admiration for his talents and honours his many great attainments.

“I’m deeply happy to hear about the conferment of a prestigious Honourary Fellowship on Dr Lasisi Olagunju by the Nigerian Academy of Letters. The honour goes beyond just the platform but speaks to the increasing recognition for Dr Olagunju’s incredible works and their contributions to enriching knowledge,” Governor Adeleke was quoted as saying in a congratulatory message.

“I congratulate Dr Olagunju for the honour that the Fellowship confers on him and appreciate him for always putting Osun state on the news for very good reasons. Joining many eminent Nigerians on the NAL Fellowship is an exceptional feat and I celebrate him for the achievement.”

Governor Adeleke expresses hope that his passion for truth and informed commentary will continue to make Osun proud and inspire young people in the state and beyond to be unwavering in pursuing success in their chosen fields without compromise whatsoever.

Signed:
Mallam Olawale Rasheed,
Spokesperson to the Osun State Governor