Sylvester Ebhodaghe honoured with Silent Heroes Award, praised for mentoring media professionals

-


Publisher of National Daily Newspaper, Mr. Sylvester Ebhodaghe, has been honoured with the Silent Heroes Award in recognition of his outstanding contributions to journalism and his mentorship of younger media professionals across Nigeria.


The award was presented to him by the Editor-in-Chief of RazorNews and former President of the Crime Reporters Association of Nigeria (CRAN), Mr. Odita Sunday, during a brief ceremony held at the National Daily head office in Omole Phase 1, Lagos.


Although the honour was initially conferred on Mr. Ebhodaghe at the Silent Heroes Awards ceremony held on June 12, 2025, at the Wells Carlton Hotel, Asokoro, Abuja, he was unable to attend due to official engagements, leading to the special presentation in Lagos.


Presenting the plaque, Odita described Ebhodaghe as a “media colossus” who has silently shaped the careers of many journalists through mentorship, training, and example. 


He recalled working under him at The Guardian Newspapers over two decades ago, where Ebhodaghe’s professionalism, humility, and commitment to excellence left a lasting impression.


“Mr. Ebhodaghe is a rare gem who embodies the true spirit of journalism. His mentorship helped many of us find direction in the profession, and his legacy continues to inspire younger journalists,” Odita said.


In his response, Ebhodaghe expressed appreciation for the honour and commended Odita for his consistency, leadership, and achievements in crime reporting. 


He described him as one of the brightest products of his early mentorship who has remained committed to the ethics of journalism.


“I am deeply humbled by this recognition. It is fulfilling to see those you once guided grow into respected professionals shaping the media landscape,” Ebhodaghe said.


The event, attended by colleagues and admirers, highlighted the bond between two generations of media practitioners and celebrated Ebhodaghe’s quiet but impactful influence on Nigerian journalism.


Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

University of Lagos Alumni Association Elects New NEC Members

-
Image
The University of Lagos Alumni Association has elected new National Executive Council (NEC) members to steer its affairs for the next two years.  The new NEC members were elected at the 2023 Annual General Meeting (AGM) held at the Tayo Aderinokun Hall, UNILAG, on Sunday, December 15, 2024. The meeting was attended by alumni members, both physically and virtually. The unveiling of the new NEC was sequel to the submission of the reports of the search and electoral committees, respectively.  The search committee which had Dr. John Momoh, as Chairman, produced officers for the National President (worldwide), the Vice President and National Secretary.  The Electoral Committee, which was chaired by Asiwaju Dr. Michael Olawale-Cole, supervised the elections of officers for other positions. While the tenure of the National President, Vice President 1, National Publicity Secretary and National Social Secretary was renewed, other members of the NEC assumed new roles. The following...
Read more

Nigerian Children At Risk Of Losing Their Identity - First Lady

-
Image
.    L-R Former Minister, Chief Mrs Nike Akande, wife of former president, Mrs Bola Obasanjo, Former First Lady, Dame Patience Jonathan, Former First Lady, Mrs Victoria Gowon, the First Lady of the Federal republic of Nigeria Senator Oluremi Tinubu, wife of the Vice President Hajia Nana Shettima and wife of the Senate President Mrs Ekaette Akpabio cutting the cake at an event tagged Celebrating the Mothers of our nation in commemoration of the First Anniversary of the Administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu held in Abuja on Saturday 25th May Says Girls Going Naked, Not Part Of Nigerian Culture  Female President is possible if women unite - Victoria Gowon Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has warned that Nigerian children are at risk of losing their identity, if necessary, steps are not taken to make amends. She gave the warning at an event tagged “Celebrating the organized as part of activities to mark President Bola Tinubu’s one year in office. The even...
Read more

MRA Calls on Governments to Make Human Rights a Lived Reality for All Nigerians

-
Image
The Media Rights Agenda (MRA) on Tuesday called on Federal and State Governments to make human rights a lived reality for all Nigerians in accordance with their constitutional obligation to recognize and maintain human dignity.  It said that by so doing, they could begin to rebuild public trust in government, foster national unity, and unlock the true potential of the Nigerian people. In a statement issued in Lagos to commemorate this year’s International Human Rights Day, MRA lamented that the promise of human rights contained in the Constitution as well as in regional and international instruments that Nigeria is party to, has remained unfulfilled for far too many citizens as the country has spiraled into a jungle where only the fittest survive and human life has little value. MRA’s Programme Officer, Ms Esther Adeniyi, said in the statement: “The Federal Government has duties and obligations under international law to respect, protect and fulfil human rights. It cannot claim to ...
Read more