Anniversary: Peter Obi Salutes THISDAY/Arise TV

Emmanuel Addeh in Abuja

Presidential candidate of Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 general elections, Mr Peter Obi, yesterday lauded THISDAY on its 30th anniversary as well as  Arise Television on its 12th year of existence.

In a statement, the former Anambra state governor said that the two media houses have since their inception been at the forefront of innovative and bold journalism in the service of the nation.

“On the occasion of the 30th/12th anniversary of THISDAY newspaper and Arise TV respectively, I like to join compatriots in saluting the publisher/Proprietor, Board and management of Leaders and Company.

“No doubt, THISDAY and Arise TV have contributed immensely to the development of the media industry and the country in general.  The two media houses have since  inception been at the forefront of innovative and bold journalism in the service of the nation,” Obi added.

Obi stated that the  company has since expanded its frontiers to include a vibrant television channel (Arise Africa) which has further enlivened the Nigerian and African information landscape in recent years.

“Taken together, both THISDAY newspapers and Arise TV have become invaluable features of our media world. It is my hope that the establishment will further grow in strength, especially in its overall support of the democratic aspirations of our nation.

“Once again, I congratulate the Chief Executive and Directors of Leaders and Company on their 30th/12th anniversaries,” Obi noted.