By Omonu YG Nelson
Abuja, Nigeria – Senator Babafemi Ojudu, a former presidential aide and veteran journalist, is set to release a memoir chronicling his harrowing experiences as a journalist during Nigeria’s military rule in the 1990s. Titled “Adventures of a Guerilla Journalist,” the book offers a gripping account of Ojudu’s time at The News, a magazine that fearlessly criticised the government despite the risks.
“We were like guerilla fighters, using unconventional tactics to outsmart the authorities and get our stories out,” Ojudu recalls in the book. “It was a dangerous game, but we were driven by a passion for truth and a commitment to holding those in power accountable.”
Ojudu’s story is a testament to the courage and resilience of journalists who fought for press freedom in Nigeria. “We faced arrest, detention, and even death threats, but we refused to be silenced,” he said. “Our work played a significant role in Nigeria’s transition to democracy, and I’m proud to have been a part of it.”
The book, set for release in October 2024, is a must-read for anyone interested in Nigeria’s history and the struggle for democracy and press freedom. As Ojudu notes, “A free press is the lifeblood of democracy, and our story serves as a reminder of the importance of protecting and promoting press freedom at all costs.”
Adventures of a Guerilla Journalist: Babafemi Ojudu’s Fight for Press Freedom in Nigeria”* will be available in bookstores and online platforms from October 2024.