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Gbajabiamila greets ace poet, columnist, Omatseye, at 60

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila, has congratulated an ace poet, novelist, playwright and columnist, Dr Sam Omatseye, as he clocks 60 years.

Gbajabiamila said Omatseye, who is also the chairman of The Nation newspaper’s Editorial Board and a TV host, has been living a fulfilled life, worthy of emulation.

He said Omatseye’s contributions to Nigeria’s democracy are legion, noting that the columnist has used his pen for the good of society.

Gbajabiamila noted that Omatseye’s name deserves a special mention when the history of Nigerian journalism is written.

The Speaker prayed for more fruitful years for the renowned journalist cum poet in good health.

While calling on Omatseye to continue with his good works of promoting democratic tenets, Gbajabiamila urged the new generation of Nigerian journalists to see him as a role model.

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