“I am proudly and profoundly filled with joy at success of The DEFENDER” – Lagos born industry chief
By ABIRHIRE THOMAS
According to him, given the antecedents and unwavering commitment to the highest standards of journalism on the part of the media proprietor, it is undoubted that the venture will achieve great success.
Former Managing Director of defunct First African Trust Bank and currently Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of Riggs Ventures West Africa PLC, a sacks producing company in Nigeria, Mr Yomi Tokosi, has expressed his heartfelt congratulations over the waves being made by The DEFENDER Newspaper, a global online platform based in Nigeria.
Mr. Tokosi, a United States of America trained banker with pedigree of excellence, made this in an early morning message sent directly to the Chief Executive/Editor-in-Chief of Defender Media Limited publishers of the media organisation, Prince Bashir Adefaka, on Friday October 3, 2025.
According to him, given the antecedents and unwavering commitment to the highest standards of journalism on the part of the media proprietor, it is undoubted that the venture will achieve great success.
The message read in full:
“My Dear Bashir,
“Good morning.
“It was with immense pride and profound joy that I noted online the formal launch of your newspaper, The Defender. This is a most commendable milestone, and I remain deeply proud of you.
“Given your antecedents and unwavering commitment to the highest standards of journalism, I have no doubt that this venture will achieve great success.
“Please accept my heartfelt congratulations and best wishes as you embark on this noble undertaking.
“Yours sincerely,
“Yomi Tokosi”.
In a follow up message he said, “I am so happy for you because I do know you will go places with your doggedness even at your young age. I wish you profound success.”
