Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Press Release
Published on 2024-02-28 10:33:52
PUNCH newspapers, a prominent media house in Nigeria, is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a series of events in Lagos. The festivities began with a novelty football match at the Onikan Stadium and will culminate in a black-tie dinner at Eko Hotels and Suites.
One of the highlights of the anniversary celebrations is a three-day photo exhibition curated by Steve Ayorinde, the former Commissioner for Tourism, Arts, and Culture in Lagos State. The exhibition, held at the Alliance Francaise de Lagos/Mike Adenuga Centre in Ikoyi, showcases 100 iconic photographs from PUNCH’s rich archive, depicting the history of Nigeria and its people.
The exhibition aims to highlight the role of PUNCH newspapers in shaping the country’s history and capturing significant moments over the past 50 years. It offers a glimpse into the socio-political landscape of Nigeria and the impact of the media on society.
In addition to the photo exhibition, a distinguished public lecture featuring leaders from the public and private sectors will be held at the Civic Centre in Victoria Island. Nobel Laureate Wole Soyinka, a renowned playwright, novelist, poet, and essayist, will deliver the anniversary lecture, focusing on a crucial issue of national discourse.
The anniversary celebrations will conclude with a black-tie dinner at Eko Hotels and Suites, where PUNCH will acknowledge the contributions of its stakeholders to the success of the organization. The event will be a tribute to the support and commitment of individuals and organizations that have been instrumental in PUNCH’s journey over the past five decades.
As part of the anniversary festivities, PUNCH encourages its readers and supporters to consider making a modest donation to support its journalism of integrity and credibility. Good journalism plays a vital role in ensuring a transparent government, an accountable democracy, and a good society. By contributing to PUNCH, individuals are helping to sustain a journalism of relevance and make it accessible to all.
The 50th-anniversary celebrations also include video advertisements, text ads, and promotional campaigns to engage and interact with the audience. These initiatives aim to celebrate PUNCH’s legacy, honor its commitment to quality journalism, and recognize the importance of an informed and engaged citizenry.
In conclusion, PUNCH newspapers’ 50th-anniversary celebrations in Lagos promise to be a memorable and meaningful event, honoring the legacy of a media house that has played a pivotal role in shaping Nigeria’s history. Through exhibitions, lectures, and dinners, PUNCH aims to celebrate its past achievements, engage with its audience, and reaffirm its commitment to journalism that upholds integrity, credibility, and relevance.
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