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Mallam Abdulazeez Arowona, the esteemed spokesman for the Emir of Ilorin and Chairman of the Kwara State Traditional Rulers Council, His Royal Highness Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari CFR, has reached a significant academic milestone by successfully completing his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution from the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), Abuja, reports ITREALMS.The culmination of his rigorous research was marked by a successful final defense held on Wednesday, May 14th, 2025, where his work received the approval of the examining board.
This distinguished panel included the Acting Vice Chancellor of Edo State University, Iyamho, Professor Dawood Egbefo, who served as the External Examiner, alongside the Internal Examiner, Dr. Jacob Orimaye, and the Dean of the Postgraduate School, Professor Sonie Oniye, among other esteemed academics. Professor Jonathan Aliede and Dr. Samuel Osagie Odobo served as his dedicated supervisors throughout his doctoral journey.
Dr. Arowona's pursuit of knowledge is a testament to his unwavering dedication to education. His foundational learning began with Quranic studies under Sheikh Nasir Abdulkareem at the Sulyman Abdulkareem Memorial Arabic and Islamic Institute in Ilorin. He furthered his early education at Model Nursery & Primary School, Lower Niger River Basin Nursery & Primary School, Bishop Smith Memorial College, Government High School, and St. Anthony Secondary School, all within Ilorin. He then completed an Advanced Level Course (Interim Joint Matriculation Board - IJMB) coordinated by Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria.
Building upon this strong academic base, Dr. Arowona gained direct entry into the Department of Political Science at the University of Ilorin as a 200-Level student. His thirst for knowledge led him to acquire a Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism from the International Institute of Journalism, a Master of Science in Humanitarian and Refugee Studies from the University of Ibadan, and a Master Class Certificate in Business Management and Leadership from the London Graduate School.
Demonstrating his commitment to continuous learning, he also earned an EITCA Information Technologies Security Certification (EITCA/IS) from the EITCA Academy in Brussels, Belgium, in September 2024.
A seasoned public relations strategist, Dr. Arowona has contributed his expertise to numerous media organizations, including National Pilot Newspapers, Fresh Facts Newspapers, National Daily Newspapers, 234Next.com Newspapers, and Nigerian Pilot Newspaper, as well as CTDI Warsaw.
Currently, he holds prominent positions as Editor-in-Chief of ROYAL NEWS Online Newspaper, Managing Director of Emirate Radio, Ilorin, and leads MODISULT Media Concept, alongside his role at The Authority Newspaper.
His professional affiliations reflect his diverse expertise and engagement within various sectors. He is a proud member of the Guild Of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP), Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Nigeria Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), Chartered Institute of Economist of Nigeria (ICEN), International Centre for Global Research (ICGR), Society for Peace Studies and Practice (SPSP), and the Institute of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators (ICMC), among others.
Beyond his media and academic pursuits, Dr. Arowona shares his knowledge as a teacher at the Nigeria Army College of Education, an affiliate of Tai Solarin University of Education. He is a prolific writer, having published numerous media and academic articles, insightful books, compelling biographies, and engaging documentaries that promote traditional institutions and communities across Nigeria.
A man of diverse interests, Dr. Arowona is also a dedicated farmer and an active member of the Africa-Polish Business Cluster. His pursuit of knowledge and professional endeavors has taken him to over 20 countries across Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and Europe, broadening his global perspective.
Adding to his distinguished profile, Dr. Arowona holds the esteemed traditional titles of Shettima of Okuta Emirate, conferred upon him by His Royal Highness Alhaji Hon. (Dr) Abubakar Idris Sero Kperogi Affon Serobetete III, the Emir of Okuta and Chairman of the Baruten Traditional Rulers Council, and Chikansoro Tangale, bestowed by His Royal Highness Alhaji Danladi Sanusi Maiyamba IV, the Mai-Tangale in Biliri Local Government Area of Gombe State. 
