“Mayor Akinpelu is on record to have come into journalism by coincidence, when, as a prison official at Kirikiri Maximum Security Prison, he came in contact with two prominent journalists. He later went on to make a tremendous success of the profession.
“Akinpelu set himself apart for his rigor, unique style and exquisite taste. He was one of those who pioneered celebrity journalism in the country.
“With his rich political pedigree, Akinpelu is himself a progressive politician and a collaborator who brings in tremendous value.
“I pray Almighty Allah grant him many more years, robust health and the required energy to continue to contribute positively towards the advancement of good governance and equitable society…. ”
-Asiwaju Bola Tinubu , A Former Governor of Lagos State and National Leader of the All Progressives Congress [APC]