Our Team
Meet the people behind GNA News Portal — the editors, journalists, and strategic advisors shaping credible, community-centered reporting across Nigeria.
Editorial Board
The editorial team committed to credible, community-centered reporting across Nigeria.
Dr. Ngozi Adeyemi
Editor-in-Chief
Executive Editor, GNA News Portal
Dr. Adeyemi is a veteran journalist with over 25 years of experience in investigative reporting across West Africa. She holds a Ph.D. in Media Studies from the University of Lagos and has previously led editorial teams at two major national dailies. Her vision drives GNA commitment to credible, community-centered journalism.
Olumide Bakare
Managing Editor
Managing Editor, GNA News Portal
Olumide oversees daily newsroom operations, coordinating coverage across politics, health, agriculture, and sports. A former Reuters correspondent, he brings sharp editorial judgment and a relentless focus on accuracy and timeliness.
Halima Okafor
Deputy Editor, Politics & Governance
Senior Political Editor, GNA News Portal
Halima is a political analyst and investigative reporter who has covered three presidential elections. She leads GNA politics desk, ensuring balanced coverage of governance, policy, and electoral matters across Nigeria.
Emmanuel Chukwu
Editor, Sports & Culture
Sports Editor, GNA News Portal
Emmanuel is a sports journalist and former athlete who covers everything from grassroots football to international athletics. His storytelling connects Nigerian sports culture with the communities that live it.
Dr. Fatima Bello
Editor, Health & Science
Health Editor, GNA News Portal
Dr. Bello is a public health physician and medical communicator. She translates complex health and science topics into accessible stories that empower readers to make informed decisions for their families and communities.
Tunde Ajayi
Editor, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Agriculture Editor, GNA News Portal
Tunde grew up on a farm in Osun State and has spent 15 years reporting on agriculture, food security, and rural development. He leads coverage that gives voice to farmers and agribusiness innovators.
Chinaza Eze
Digital & Audience Editor
Digital Editor, GNA News Portal
Chinaza leads GNA digital strategy, audience engagement, and social media presence. She ensures stories reach the right readers and that community feedback shapes editorial priorities.
Advisory Board
Distinguished leaders and thinkers guiding GNA strategic direction, governance standards, and editorial integrity.
Prof. Akinwumi Adesina
Chairman, Advisory Board
Former AfDB President — African Development Bank
Prof. Adesina is the former President of the African Development Bank and a globally respected voice on agricultural economics and development finance. He advises GNA on strategic direction, governance, and development-focused editorial priorities.
Oby Ezekwesili
Advisory Board Member
Public Policy Expert — Transparency International
A former Vice President of the World Bank Africa region and co-founder of Transparency International, Oby brings deep expertise in governance, anti-corruption, and public policy to GNA advisory work.
Dr. Muhammad Ali Pate
Advisory Board Member
Global Health Leader — Big Win Philanthropy
Dr. Pate is a global health leader who has served as Nigeria Minister of State for Health and as CEO of Big Win Philanthropy. He advises GNA health desk on public health reporting standards and health policy coverage.
Bishop Matthew Kukah
Advisory Board Member
Bishop of Sokoto — Catholic Diocese of Sokoto
Bishop Kukah is the Bishop of Sokoto Diocese and one of Nigeria most respected voices on peace, reconciliation, and national unity. He advises GNA on ethical standards and community-sensitive coverage.
Mrs. Ibukun Awosika
Advisory Board Member
Entrepreneur & Banker — First Bank of Nigeria (Former)
Mrs. Awosika is a renowned entrepreneur, former Chairman of First Bank of Nigeria, and a champion of women in business. She advises GNA on entrepreneurship coverage, women empowerment stories, and business journalism.
Prof. Wole Soyinka
Advisory Board Member
Nobel Laureate — Nobel Prize in Literature
Nobel Laureate in Literature, playwright, and human rights advocate. Prof. Soyinka advises GNA on cultural coverage, freedom of expression, and the role of journalism in defending democracy.