Who is Tosin Dokpesi? All About Raymond Dokpesi's Wife

Tosin Dokpesi is a prominent Nigerian broadcaster and media executive who is best known as the wife of Raymond Dokpesi, the founder of Africa Independent Television (AIT). She is also the Managing Director of AIT, overseeing the operations and management of one of Nigeria’s leading television networks. In this article, we will explore her biography, career, and achievements.

Early Life and Education

Tosin Dokpesi was born on July 15, 1969, in Lagos, Nigeria. She hails from Imota, a town in Ikorodu, Lagos State. She attended Baptist Academy in Lagos for her secondary education before proceeding to the University of Lagos, where she obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Zoology in 1994. She later earned a Post Graduate Diploma in Mass Communication from the same university in 2000.

Tosin Dokpesi also holds a Management Diploma from the Institute of Television Production and Advertising (ITPAN), as well as a Diploma in Television Broadcasting from the United States Telecommunication Training Institute (USTTI). She was awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Philosophy in Public Communications by Wisconsin University, USA, in recognition of her outstanding contributions to the broadcast industry.

Career and Achievements

Tosin Dokpesi began her career as a TV presenter at Multimedia Limited, a media company based in Lagos. She joined Clapperboard Television in 1994 as a presenter and producer, where she worked on various programs such as Newsline, Newsbeat, and Newsflash. She moved to DAAR Communications Limited in 1996 as a senior producer and presenter. She rose through the ranks to become the Head of News and Current Affairs at AIT.

In 2008, she was appointed as the Managing Director of AIT by her husband, Raymond Dokpesi. She became the first female to occupy that position in Nigeria’s broadcast industry. As the Managing Director, she oversees the strategic direction, administration, and operations of AIT. She is also responsible for developing and implementing policies and programs that enhance the quality and reach of AIT’s content and services.

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Tosin Dokpesi has been instrumental in transforming AIT into a reputable and influential television network that provides news, entertainment, sports, and other programming to millions of viewers across Nigeria and beyond. She has also championed several initiatives that promote professionalism, ethics, and excellence in the broadcast industry. She is a member of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) and the Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM).

Tosin Dokpesi has received several awards and honors for her achievements and contributions to the media industry. Some of them include:

  • The Nigerian Women Achievers Award for Excellence in Media Management (2010)
  • The African Women Leadership Award for Outstanding Leadership in Media Development (2011)
  • The Nigerian Media Merit Award for Best Female TV Personality (2012)
  • The African Leadership Magazine Award for Most Outstanding Female Media Personality in Africa (2013)
  • The Women in Journalism Award for Media Icon of the Year (2014)
  • The Nigerian Broadcasters Merit Award for Best Female TV CEO (2015)

Personal Life and Family

Tosin Dokpesi is married to Raymond Dokpesi, a media mogul and politician who is the founder and chairman of DAAR Communications Plc., the parent company of AIT and Raypower FM. They have six children together: Raymond Jr., Osamorode, Oghogho, Oluwaseun, Oluwafunmilayo, and Oluwadamilola.

Tosin Dokpesi is a devout Christian who attends the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG). She is also a philanthropist who supports various causes and charities that empower women, children, and youths. She is the founder of Tosin Dokpesi Foundation (TDF), a non-governmental organization that provides scholarships, mentorship, and vocational training to underprivileged girls and women.

Tosin Dokpesi is a role model and inspiration to many women who aspire to excel in their chosen fields. She is a woman of substance who has proven that with hard work, dedication, and passion, anything is possible.

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