Kingsley Uranta
Kingsley Uranta is a seasoned broadcast journalist and the General Manager of Channels Television’s Academy, a media training institute aimed at developing journalists and broader community members in Nigeria.
With over 30 years in the industry, he manages corporate communications and partnerships for Channels Television, leveraging extensive experience across broadcast media management, journalism training, and corporate communications.
Kingsley joined Channels Television in 1992 as its first recruit and has held roles such as Editor, Chief Correspondent, and Controller News. Notably, he was the first at the network to receive the Nigeria Media Merit Award as Best Television Reporter in 1996.
His career includes significant contributions to international media platforms like CNN, BBC as well as global engagements such as speaking at the UN General Assembly on issues around misinformation in media.
Ambrose Okoh
With a distinguished career at Channels Television spanning over 25 years, Ambrose serves as the General Manager News and Current Affairs a role in which he has earned the respected sobriquet, “The General.” He has been instrumental in the station’s growth, playing a pivotal role in the establishment of Channels Television bureaus across Nigeria.
Ambrose began his journalism career in 1993 at The Guardian Newspaper, bringing a wealth of experience from its Foreign Desk when he joined Channels Television in November 1996. He has since demonstrated his versatility and commitment, rising through the ranks from Reporter and News Correspondent to his current leadership position.
His professional standing is bolstered by a strong academic foundation, including a Bachelor’s degree from Bendel State University (now Ambrose Alli University) and a Master’s Degree in Public Administration (MPA) from Lagos State University (LASU). A proud member of the Nigeria Guild of Editors,
Ambrose is dedicated to lifelong learning and has attended numerous advanced journalism training courses both in Nigeria and abroad.
Simon Ejembi
Simon Ejembi is an award-winning journalist, editor, and media manager with close to two decades of experience working in Nigeria’s leading media organisations. He is currently the Head of Digital at Channels Television, one of the continent’s largest broadcasters. In addition to his impressive media career, Simon is passionate about digital media and its potential to shape the future of news. He is actively involved in promoting responsible journalism in the digital age. With his keen interest in emerging technologies and their impact on the media landscape, Simon is committed to ensuring that the future of news and journalism remains bright and relevant for generations to come.
Bimbo Oloyede
With five decades of rich experience spanning TV presentation and production, media strategy, live audience engagement, learning and development, and nonprofit sector collaboration, Bimbo is a seasoned media and communications professional dedicated to delivering impactful results. Renowned for a sharp eye for detail, strategic foresight, and pragmatic, results-driven methodologies, she empowers organisations and individuals through transformative learning opportunities.
Leveraging cross-sector expertise, Bimbo is passionate about shaping a new generation of public speakers who confidently navigate and engage across diverse media platforms. By fostering strategic communication skills and building authentic confidence, she helps clients achieve personal and corporate goals—enabling them to connect meaningfully with multiple audiences and perform at their highest potential
Unwana Akpan, Ph.D.
With over two decades of rich experience in radio and television broadcasting, Dr.Unwana is a distinguished lecturer specialising in African Broadcast content, African Communication Systems, and Diaspora Communication Studies. As a seasoned media scholar-practitioner, research fellow, and strategist, He bridges academic theory with real-world practice, offering students and colleagues deep insights into the evolving media landscape across Africa and its diaspora.
Combining extensive content provision expertise with classroom leadership, Dr.Unwana is committed to advancing critical understanding of African media systems and their global interconnectedness. Passionate about nurturing the next generation of media professionals and scholars, he employs a multidisciplinary approach to research and education that enriches discourse, informs strategy, and shapes the future of broadcast communication within and beyond the continent.
Emmanuel Oshobajo
With a production career spanning over 16 years, Emmanuel prides himself as a cinematography maestro, who has a passion for producing, directing and editing high-quality broadcast and digital content
He is licensed as a cinematographer and filmmaker with the Film Craft Federation of India (Bollywood). Currently, he serves as the Video Production Manager at Channels Television, a multiple award-winning 24-hour news and media organisation based in Nigeria.
Emmanuel holds a master’s degree in Television Production and Broadcast Journalism from Punjab Technical University, specifically through the renowned Masscomedia Institute in Noida, India. He distinguished himself academically by graduating at the top of his department, showcasing his exceptional talent and dedication to the field.
He is very passionate about media production and remains an unrepentant optimist about the future of media production in Nigeria and Africa at large.
Over the years, he has collaborated with numerous high-profile brands, including Nigerian Breweries, Friesland Campina (makers of Peak Milk), Tiger, Goldberg, Heineken, Coca-Cola, Airtel, Maltina, and Life Lager Beer, among others. Additionally, he has produced several documentaries for the African Students Organisation in India (AASI) and many more.
Martin Ayankola
Martin Ayankola is a seasoned journalist with over two decades of experience, renowned for his authoritative voice in financial journalism and media leadership. His career includes pivotal roles at leading Nigerian media outlets, having served as Lagos Bureau Chief and Energy Editor at Nigerian Tribune before moving to BusinessDay. In 2009, Martin joined Punch as Energy Editor, quickly rising through the ranks to become Group Business Editor and ultimately Editor of the paper in 2013.
During his six and a half years as Editor of Punch, Martin distinguished himself as a transformative leader and award-winning journalist, earning the prestigious DAME Editor of the Year award five times, as well as the Nigeria Media Merit Award Editor of the Year twice. His tenure was marked by incisive business reporting and a commitment to journalistic excellence, shaping Punch into one of Nigeria’s foremost news organizations.
Moyosore Oyebanjo
With over a decade of experience driving growth and innovation across media and technology industries, Moyosore is a seasoned marketing and media communications strategist specialising in digital strategy, AdTech, performance marketing, and brand storytelling.
As the Digital Marketing and Strategy Manager at Channels Television, Moyosore leads transformative initiatives that amplify brand visibility, enhance audience engagement, and position the organization as a digital powerhouse within Africa’s media landscape.
Known for blending creativity with analytical rigour, she has a proven track record of launching cutting-edge marketing campaigns, building high-performing teams, and forging strategic partnerships with leading global brands; efforts that have significantly expanded digital footprints and fuelled business growth. Passionate about nurturing the next generation of media leaders, she actively champions gender inclusion and equips emerging talent with essential skills to navigate the evolving digital media ecosystem.
Driven by a commitment to innovation, strategic impact, and stakeholder engagement, she continues to shape the future of media and communications by crafting data-driven solutions that resonate with modern audiences and deliver lasting value.
Chukwudi Okolie
Chukwudi Okolie-Ugbaja is a journalist based in Abuja, Nigeria, with a strong background in digital content production. Skilled across multiple aspects of media, his expertise shines in crafting impactful news reports and documentaries that inform and inspire.
Recently, he anchored a coaching programme on behalf of the United States Agency for Global Media (USAGM)—owners of the Voice of America (VOA)—at Channels Academy, where he trained 21 reporters from across Nigeria on effective election coverage. Through his sessions, he not only sharpened their reporting skills but also helped them discover the “mojo” of broadcast journalism, while emphasizing the power of clear, audience-driven English that resonates widely.
An avid storyteller with an instinctive nose for news, Chukwudi is passionate about shaping narratives that engage, educate, and amplify voices across society.
Chukwudi Okolie
Chukwudi Okolie-Ugbaja is a journalist based in Abuja, Nigeria, with a strong background in digital content production. Skilled across multiple aspects of media, his expertise shines in crafting impactful news reports and documentaries that inform and inspire. Recently, he anchored a coaching programme on behalf of the United States Agency for Global Media (USAGM)—owners of the Voice of America (VOA)—at Channels Academy, where he trained 21 reporters from across Nigeria on effective election coverage. Through his sessions, he not only sharpened their reporting skills but also helped them discover the “mojo” of broadcast journalism, while emphasizing the power of clear, audience-driven English that resonates widely. An avid storyteller with an instinctive nose for news, Chukwudi is passionate about shaping narratives that engage, educate, and amplify voices across society.
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