Oluwatosin Enesi
Seun began his journey in the entertainment industry as an actor, featuring in ‘Face to Face’ and other soap operas and TV series before transitioning to journalism.
He joined Channels Television in 2012 and has since become a key figure in the station’s coverage of numerous elections in Nigeria, earning the station a reputation as the go-to television station during election periods.
Seun is the host of “Sunday Politics” and “Politics Today,” two of the most-watched political programs in Nigeria. His interviewing skills have allowed him to extract crucial information from some of Nigeria’s most prominent leaders.
Seun Okinbaloye was born on March 10, 1984. His father, James Durotoye Okinbaloye, who passed away in 2009, was a significant figure in his life, shaping his early experiences and values.
For his formal education, Seun attended Cherubim And Seraphim College, an institution known for its academic rigor and discipline.
After completing his secondary education, Seun furthered his studies at the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN), where he pursued a degree in Performatory Arts.
Seun Okinbaloye’s career began with a foray into the entertainment industry as an actor, where he featured in ‘Face to Face’ and other soap operas and TV series.
Transitioning from acting to journalism, Seun joined the Nigerian broadcast industry, where he quickly made his mark. He worked as a news anchor and producer at NETWORK NEWS 24 from May 2009 until March 2012, honing his skills in news delivery and production.
In 2012, Seun took a significant step in his career by joining Channels Television, one of Nigeria’s leading news stations. At Channels TV, he became a political correspondent, a role that has since defined his professional life.
As the host of “Sunday Politics” and “Politics Today,” Seun has become one of the most-watched political program presenters in Nigeria. His ability to engage with and interview some of Nigeria’s most prominent leaders, including senators, governors, federal lawmakers, and ministers, has distinguished him as a journalist who can extract crucial information from tight-lipped politicians.
Seun’s excellence in journalism has not gone unnoticed. His contributions to the field have been recognized with several awards, including the prestigious Nigerian Media Merit Award (NMMA) for Television Programme Presenter of the Year in 2019.
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