Ogun Governor Appoints Somorin Chief Press Secretary

Sunday Okobi

The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has appointed Mr. Sunday Olakunle Somorin as his Chief Press Secretary (CPS). 

Currently pursuing his PhD in Communications at the University of Technology in Sydney, Australia, Somorin, holds a BA (Edu) (Hons) degree in English from the University of Port Harcourt and a Master Degree in International Affairs and Diplomacy from the Ahmadu Bello University, Zaira, Kaduna State.

A statement issued and signed yesterday by the state Head of Service (HoS), Lanre Bisiriyu, stated  that the new CPS is an experienced editor with a rich work history in the media industry.

According to the statement, A former London Bureau Chief of THISDAY Newspapers, Somorin is skilled in editing, public speaking, journalism and strategic communications, “he is a strong media and communication professional who has been privileged to work as the Director General (Research and Public Communications), Governor's Office, Niger State (2012 to 2015) and as Special Assistant, Media and Public Affairs, Office of the Deputy Speaker House of Representatives (2003 to 2007).”

Somorin was born on May 7, 1967, in Obafemi/Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State.

Until his appointment, Somorin served as the Editor-in-Chief, Africa Resource Centre (ARC) at the Chief Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library.

While expressing delight at the prospect of working with the Governor Abiodun, the statement added that he expects Somorin to bring his rich experience and professional expertise to bear in the discharge of his duties.

The appointment is with immediate effect.