Babatunde Bamigboye, aka Omo Edema, is an investigative journalist with over two decades of experience of uncovering evil, exposing crimes, and shedding light on the darkest corners of society.
Walking in the footsteps of the legendary Kola Olawuyi, Omo Edema, has carved a niche for himself as one of Nigeria’s most daring and relentless investigative journalists. His secret investigations carried out with an unwavering commitment to truth, have been the driving force behind his radio programmes, being broadcast on prominent radio stations across Lagos, Oyo, Osun, Ondo, and Ekiti.
Despite his unassuming presence, Omo Edema’s radically fearless approach to uncovering the truth is highly inspiring. His dedication and commitment towards exposing injustice are unparalleled, even in the face of threats to his life.
In 2016, he was the target of a vicious assault by members of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) in Akure, Ondo State, who sought to frustrate his investigation into an alleged kidnapping case. Undeterred, Omo Edema emerged from the brutal attack with an even stronger resolve to continue his crusade.
Omo Edema has played a significant role in raising security consciousness among listeners across the country. His investigations have unveiled secret shrines where ritual killings allegedly take place in Ondo and Akure and exposed fake clerics who have extorted and endangered the life of their followers, one of such instances is Omo Edema’s daring unearthing of the horrific actions of an acclaimed pastor who poured a strange liquid into the vagina of a woman during a so called deliverance session, consequently causing the poor woman’s untimely death.
In an era where many are discouraged from pursuing investigative journalism due to the inherent risks, Omo-Edema remains a shining light, mentoring others and guiding them along a similar path to leave an indelible mark on the journalistic landscape.
Beyond his investigative prowess, Omo Edema is also the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Mercy-Babs Communication, a full-fledged media consulting agency dedicated to training prospective investigative journalists, providing necessary support, and advocating for the empowerment of the downtrodden. His commitment to empowering others and fostering a new generation of truth-seekers is a testament to his enduring legacy.
