She specialises in discussing current social, economic and geopolitical issues that affect the daily lives of Africans living on the continent.
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Adeola Fayehun Profile
Full name: Adeola Eunice Fayehun
Date of birth: 6th July, 1984
Age: 35 years
Place of birth: Nigeria
Parents: Rev. Dr. Solomon Ajayi Oladele and Margaret Ibiladun Oladele
Spouse(s): Victor Fayehun
Children: -
Nationality: Nigerian
Residence: New York, United States
Education: Olivet College, CUNY Graduate School of Journalism
Occupation: Journalist, Blogger, YouTuber
Years active: 2011 - present
Known for: Keeping It Real with Adeola!
Net worth: not available
Adeola Fayehun Biography, Date Of Birth, Early Life, Family, And Education
Adeola Eunice Fayehun was born on the 6th of July, 1984 to Rev. Dr. Solomon Ajayi Oladele and Margaret Ibiladun Oladele. She is the youngest of 6 children and of Yoruba descent.Adeola started her tertiary education in Nigeria but moved to the United States in 2003 after gaining a scholarship through the National Association of Congregational Christian Churches. In 2007, she graduated from with a bachelor's degree in Mass Communications and Journalism from Olivet College in Olivet, Michigan.
While in school, Adeola worked as a writer for the Olivet College newspaper. She also founded the Olivet College TV Studio as part of her school project. In 2008, she received a master's degree in broadcast journalism from CUNY Graduate School of Journalism.
Career
Adeola Fayehun first worked as a TV news producer at the CUNY TV after her graduation. During her period there, she wrote and produced a feature on Sahara Reporters's Omoyele Sowore. After the feature, she proceeded into working with Sowore in a behind-the-scenes capacity at Sahara Reporters.In November 2011, Adeola began her news satire program, Keeping It Real with Adeola! The program features Fayehun reporting in various news vents and happening in Africa. Her show was loved by many because of her ability to blend satire and comedy while reporting.
Adeola Fayehun's Sponsors
In Oct 29, 2017, she announced in her YouTube channel that she'd be quitting her job with the Sahara Reporters. She further created her YouTube which have gotten more than 100,000 followers already.
Keeping it real with Adeola is currently being sponsored by MacArthur Foundation, CITAD and NED.Adeola Fayehun's Wedding
Adeola Fayehun is currently married to Victor Fayehun and their wedding took place in 2011 in Nigeria.Victor and Adeola teamed up to create a non-profit foundation called KIRWA Foundation. The foundation helps in the provision of aid to terminally ill in Africa.
Adeola Fayehun's Notable Interviews
Below is the list of some notable people that have been interviewed by Adeola Fayehun:• In 2013, she interviewed President Goodluck Jonathan on Boko Haram and the Sovereign wealth fund
• In 2015, she interviewed President Muhammadu Buhari on addressing corruption and the Nigerian economy
• In 2015, she interviewed Vice President Yemi Osinbajo
• In 2015, she interviewed President Robert Mugabe (Zimbabwe) on ending presidency. The interview was during his visit to Nigeria on the 29th of May for the inauguration of the Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari.
Awards And Recognition
• In 2008, Adeola was honoured with the Outstanding Academic And Professional Achievement award by the Foreign Press Association, New York, NY.• In 2004, she was honoured with the Excellence In Journalism For Democracy Award by the Ethiopian Satellite News Network (ESAT), Washington DC
• In 2015, she was honoured with the Best One Woman Show awards by the CUNY Graduate School of Journalism
Social Media Handles
You can connect with Adeola Fayehun on:Facebook - Adeola Fayehun
Instagram @AdeolaFayehun
Twitter @AdeolaFayehun
YouTube - Adeola Fayehun
Website - AdeolaFayehun
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