Olajide Atansuyi, the Director of Social Media at the Lagos State Ministry of Information and Strategy, has recently achieved a significant milestone in his academic journey.
He has been conferred with a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in mass communication from Babcock University, located in Ilisan Remo, Ogun State. This noteworthy accomplishment follows a dedicated four-year commitment to his doctoral program.
The feat makes him the first public affairs officer in the state’s civil service to have a PhD.
His thesis is entitled: Rhetorical Strategies, Ideology and Power Discourse Framing in Social Media Political Campaign Posts of Selected Presidential Candidates towards Nigeria’s 2023 Election.”
Permanent secretary, Ministry of Information and Strategy, Olumide Sogunle said the feat not only shows Atansuyi’s commitment to scholarly excellence but also positions the state government at the forefront of cutting-edge communication strategies.
Sogunle said: “We are thrilled to celebrate Dr Atansuyi’s extraordinary accomplishment. His pursuit of academic excellence mirrors the dedication and innovation that the state government stands for.”
Atansuyi’s academic pursuit is a testament to his dedication and perseverance. With his new academic achievement, he brings enhanced expertise and insights to his role as Director of Social Media, further contributing to the innovative communication strategies of the Lagos State Ministry of Information and Strategy.
