From Microphones to Lecture Halls: A Chronicle of Dr. Okoji's Remarkable Career in Media and Academia

By Taofik Adekunle Jimoh (JAAT)


Chukwudinma Taiwo Okoji is a distinguished lecturer at the Mass Communication Department of The Federal Polytechnic Offa, Kwara State. His academic journey began at the same institution, where he excelled with an Upper Credit (OND) in Mass Communication in December 2003, followed by the attainment of an HND (Upper Credit) in Mass Communication in December 2006.


Eager to broaden his academic horizons, he pursued a BSc in Mass Communication at Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo State, graduating with Second Class Upper in August 2010. Undeterred in his pursuit of knowledge, he furthered his education at the University of Ilorin, Kwara State, earning an MSc in Mass Communication and earning the title of Best Graduating Student in his set in April 2016. Driven by academic passion, he returned to the same institution for his PhD, attaining the coveted title of Doctor in Mass Communication, in September 2023.

Chukwudinma Taiwo Okoji is not only an academic achiever but also an active member of professional bodies. He holds an Associate membership with the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON) and is a proud member of the Association of Communication Scholars and Professionals in Nigeria (ACSPN).

His professional journey includes roles as a news caster and Desk Editor at Okin 105.7 FM, Offa, Kwara State, between January 2005 and December 2006. He contributed significantly to the field as a Desk Editor, Reporter, Producer, and Sports presenter at the Osun State Broadcasting Corporation (OSBC) from January 2004 to December 2006 and again from September 2008 to December 2011.

Displaying versatility, he transitioned to the realm of administration as the Faculty Administration Officer at The Federal Polytechnic Idah, Idah, from January 2012 to February 2013. During his mandatory one-year service, he served as an Assistant Public Relations Officer at the Polytechnic Ibadan, Oyo State, from November 2007 to September 2008.

Dr. Chukwudinma Taiwo Okoji's journey reflects not only academic prowess but also a commitment to the field of Mass Communication and a dedication to both education and professional excellence.


He has attended many conferences where he delivered papers and has written many journals in reputable local and international. His area of research interest is in health communication, political communication and child rights advocacy.