BENIN CITY – The preview edition of The Nigerian Observer Newspapers is set to hit newsstands tomorrow, the General Manager, Hon. Peter Odibo, has announced.
The announcement comes just three weeks after Hon. Odibo assumed office as the substantive General Manager of the newspaper, which last appeared on newsstands in November 2024.
First published on May 29, 1968, The Nigerian Observer is Nigeria’s longest-surviving government-owned newspaper.
Hon. Odibo, who personally supervised the final test run of the 10,000-copies-per-hour Goss Magnum printing machine, said he has the mandate of Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, to restore the newspaper to its former status as a flagship in the industry.
In the company of the Editor, Andy Egbon and other management staff, he also inspected the commercial printing machines, assuring the government and the public that he intends to leave a lasting impact on the company.
He further urged the newspaper staff to remain committed to their duties as part of efforts to reposition The Nigerian Observer to its rightful place in the media landscape.
Hon. Odibo noted that the newspaper will soon introduce new sections and columns aimed at engaging a wider readership, with a focus on in-depth reporting, investigative journalism, and community stories across Edo State and beyond.
He vowed that upgrading the newsroom, alongside comprehensive staff training and the adoption of modern technology, would be central to achieving these goals.
He also promised to boost the personnel and leverage on the quality manpower available in the company for optimum results.
The General Manager also highlighted plans to expand the newspaper’s digital presence, ensuring that The Nigerian Observer reaches readers, both online and offline.
He expressed optimism that these initiatives would not only boost readership, but also reinforce the newspaper’s reputation as a credible and influential voice in Nigerian journalism.
