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Nigerian Guild of Editors to host 4th Lateef Jakande Memorial Lecture July 23
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Nigerian Guild of Editors to host 4th Lateef Jakande Memorial Lecture July 23

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Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) will host the 4th Lateef Jakande Memorial Lecture on July 23, 2026, in Lagos.
  • The lecture's theme is "The Media, INEC, Voters and Path to Credible Elections," with Prof Sylvester Odion Akhaine as the speaker and former Ekiti State Governor Dr. Kayode Fayemi as chairman.
  • The event honors Alhaji Lateef Jakande, a former Guild President and Lagos State Governor, and aims to foster dialogue on nation-building and the press's role.

The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) is set to host the 4th Lateef Jakande Memorial Lecture on July 23, 2026, in Lagos. This annual event honors the legacy of Alhaji Lateef Jakande, a distinguished journalist, former President of the NGE, former Governor of Lagos State, and former Minister of Works.

The Media, INEC, Voters and Path to Credible Elections.

โ€” NGE statementThe theme for the 4th Lateef Jakande Memorial Lecture.

The lecture, scheduled to begin at 11 a.m. at the Sheraton Hotel in Ikeja, Lagos, will focus on the theme: "The Media, INEC, Voters and Path to Credible Elections." Professor Sylvester Odion Akhaine from the Department of Political Science at Lagos State University will deliver the keynote address. Dr. Kayode Fayemi, former Governor of Ekiti State, will chair the event.

a fitting tribute to Alhaji Jakandeโ€™s legacy, which embodies dedication to journalism, governance, and service to Nigeria.

โ€” NGE statementDescribing the significance of the memorial lecture.

Several prominent figures are expected to attend, including the Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, who will serve as Chief Host and Special Guest of Honour. Also attending will be the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, along with elders of the Guild such as former Ogun State Governor Chief Segun Osoba and publisher of Vanguard newspapers, Sam Amuka. Top government officials, media executives, and civil society representatives are also anticipated.

The Lateef Jakande Memorial Lecture continues to serve as a platform for thought leadership, policy debate, and national introspection, while keeping alive the standard Jakande set in journalism and public service.

โ€” NGE statementHighlighting the ongoing purpose and impact of the lecture series.

The NGE stated that the lecture serves as a platform for media leaders, public officials, and civil society to reflect on nation-building, governance, and the vital role of the press. It is described as a fitting tribute to Jakande's dedication to journalism, governance, and service to Nigeria, continuing his standard of excellence. University students from various institutions will also be invited to learn about service, excellence, and dedication in journalism and public service, and to connect with practicing journalists.

learn the value of service, excellence and dedication to journalism and public service as well as for them to connect with practising journalists who could serve as their role models in the profession.

โ€” NGE statementExplaining the purpose of inviting university students to the lecture.
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Originally published by Vanguard in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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