Funso Doherty, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) governorship candidate in Lagos State in 2023
Funso Doherty, Lagos-based politician and former gubernatorial candidate, has strongly opposed President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, warning that the suspension of the elected government is unconstitutional and violates Nigeria’s democratic principles.
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Taofeek Oyedokun
Taofeek Oyedokun is a correspondent at BusinessDay with years of experience reporting on political economy, public policy, migration, environment/climate change, and social justice. A graduate of Political Science from the University of Lagos, he has also earned multiple professional certificates in journalism and media-related training. Known for his clear, data-driven reporting, Oyedokun covers a wide range of national and international socioeconomic issues, bringing depth, balance, and public-interest focus to his work.
