Thomas Abidoye is a Nigerian journalist and communications professional originally from Ejigbo in Osun State . He earned a National Diploma at Kwara State Polytechnic and an HND (in Mass Communication or a related field) at Osun State Polytechnic ; he is currently completing a B.Sc . at Kwara State University, Malete . According to his public profile, he has over seven years of experience covering politics, economy, entertainment, crime and general news. Education: National Diploma, Kwara State Polytechnic; Higher National Diploma, Osun State Polytechnic; Bachelor of Science (in view), Kwara State University, Malete. Journalism and Media Career Abidoye began his professional journey in journalism around 2017 , working initially as part of his National Diploma training. He has written extensively for AmiLoaded Media Hub (a news website based in Osogbo , Osun), serving as Digital Publisher and Editor-in-Chief from mid- 2021 onward. AmiLoaded’s website lists hundreds of ne...
In 2019, as I stepped foot on the soil of Osun State Polytechnic, Iree, for my Higher National Diploma, I felt like the happiest guy on earth. It was a homecoming for me to experience education in my state. The beautiful campus entrance gave me goosebumps, and the motto "Excellence In Character and Technology" reignited my spirit of determination. I told myself I wanted to do things differently here. Like every new student, I started my journey strongly, focusing on what mattered and ignoring what didn't. I adapted to every situation along the way. The turning point came during my first Continuous Assessment Test. I could hear a voice loudly within the four walls of PLT1: 'If you don't have the handout, you should leave the class,' Oga said. I couldn't immediately figure out what was going on. We all moved out, and surprisingly, the majority were students who hadn't completed their National Diploma at OSPOLY. It was strange! I kept laughing, but befo...