Yemisi Izuora
The Minister for Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris Malagi, would chair the groundbreaking book presentation on ‘Nigeria Media Renaissance: GOCOP Perspective on Online Publishing’ by Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP).
President of GOCOP, Maureen Chigbo, who confirmed this development said, plans have been concluded to make it a success with top dignitaries lined up for the public presentation on Tuesday, June 17th at the prestigious Ladi Kwali Hall, Abuja Continental Hotel, located at Wuse Zone 4, Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
A press statement by the GOCOP Publicity Secretary, Ogbuefi Remmy Nweke, quoted the GOCOP president, saying that the event scheduled for 10am on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, would comprise a fundraiser for the N2.3 billion GOCOP MEDIA CENTRE; a multi-purpose resource centre comprising a secretariat, a 21st Century library and event halls, among others.
Nweke highlighted that Alhaji Mohammed Idris was sworn in as Minister of Information and National Orientation on August 21, 2023, following his appointment by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. With over three decades of experience in broadcasting, press, public relations, and advertising, Idris brings a wealth of expertise to the role.
His academic background includes degrees in English Studies from Uthman Danfodio University, Sokoto, and Bayero University, Kano. Even as he had a distinguished career, establishing notable media outlets such as Blueprint, WE FM radio station, and Rapid Television in Abuja. He is a prominent figure in professional associations, including the National Institute of Public Relations, African Public Relations Association, Public Relations Consultants Association of Nigeria, and Newspaper Proprietors Association of Nigeria.
As the founder of Bifocal Communications, a leading public relations and communications consultancy, Idris has served both local and transnational corporations. His experience in human resource management, talent management, and attention to detail will be invaluable in his current position.
Beyond his professional achievements, Idris is committed to social responsibility through the Mohammed Idris Malagi (MIM) Foundation, which has positively impacted many lives. His gubernatorial bid in Niger State and role as Director, Strategic Communications for the Tinubu/Shettima Presidential Campaign Council demonstrated his political acumen. The Etsu Nupe’s conferment of the title “Kaakaki Nupe” on him is a testament to his esteemed position.
Idris brought forth a unique blend of media expertise, leadership skills, and grassroots politics to the role.
Nweke further noted that the Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP) was established to promote professionalism in online publishing, ensuring its members uphold the fundamental principles of journalism.
Comprising seasoned editors and senior journalists with distinguished careers in print and electronic media, GOCOP’s membership has traversed the online publishing, recognizing its pivotal role in shaping the future of journalism globally.
With 120 corporate publishers as members, GOCOP continues to uphold the highest standards of online journalism.