Persona Non Grata

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PERSONA NON GRATA

In a world where truth often comes at a steep cost, Ismail Omipidan takes readers on an unflinching journey through the trenches of journalism and the turbulent tides of his personal life. Persona Non Grata is more than a memoir—it is a testament to resilience, courage, and the relentless pursuit of truth.

Through the lens of his career as a journalist, Omipidan reveals the highs and lows of reporting in volatile environments, uncovering stories that rattled powerful forces and earned him both accolades and adversaries. From navigating ethical dilemmas to braving personal challenges that tested his resolve, this candid narrative is as much about professional survival as it is about personal triumph.

With vivid storytelling and heartfelt introspection, Persona Non Grata paints a picture of a man driven by purpose, undeterred by opposition and inspired by the belief that words can change the world.

This memoir is a must-read for anyone curious about the realities of journalism, the complexities of human experience, and the indomitable spirit of those who dare to stand for what they believe in.

— ABOUT THE AUTHOR —

Ismail Omipidan, a Nigerian Journalist, is an associate member of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR). He holds two Masters’ degrees in International Affairs and Strategic Studies and Communication and Media Studies, respectively. He is currently undergoing a PhD programme in Communication and Media Studies.

Omipidan served as the Chief Press Secretary to His Excellency, Adegboyega Oyetola, CON, as the Governor of Osun State (2019-2022).

Similarly, Omipidan had served as a Special Assistant on Media and Publicity to the former Deputy President of the Senate, His Excellency, Senator Ike Ekweremadu, Media Consultant to the Senate Committee on Constitution Review (2011-2015) and Honorary media consultant to the former Borno Governor, Senator Kashim Shettima (2011-2019), among others.

Before he took a leave of absence in 2019 to join Oyetola, he was an Assistant Editor, Politics with The Sun Newspapers, Lagos, and one of the regular panellists on the popular TV Current affairs Programme on TVC, ‘Journalists’ Hangout.

This is Omipidan’s first published book