The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of AF Ralph Venture and Marktoks Oil and Gas, Kabba, Dr. Raphael Arokoyo has saluted the efforts of the management of Democracy Newsline Newspaper in the last thirteen years, stressing that it takes courage for someone to start from such a humble background and grow the organization to a national level with the period.
The business mogul disclosed this at the 13th annual lecture and presentation of awards of Democracy Newsline Newspaper held at National Merit House, Abuja, stressing that the award of recognition will spur him to remain committed to creating more opportunities for the teaming youths in the country.
He said the 13th annual lecture and presentation of awards was unique considering the calibre of men and women that are being honored at the occasion and said that despite the economic challenges, the organization could still push.
He commended the doggedness and resilience of the publisher, Olugbemi Femi for his focus and determination to get to the top, urging him to continue in the light, pointed out that media as the watchdog of society, should conduct their duties professionally in a manner that will enhance good governance in the country,
Dr. Raphael Arokoyo was honored as an Outstanding Entrepreneur of the Year by Democracy Newsline Newspaper in recognition of his landmark achievements in the area of provisions of jobs and empowerment to the youths via his companies and foundation.