Silverbird TV Big Girl, Seun ‘Jewel’ Oyedeji, Shares Her Career and Beauty Secrets

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Seun Oyedeji, fondly referred as Seun Jewel, a seasoned broadcaster with an experience spanning over two decades, in this interview with the Editor, FOLORUNSHO HAMSAT spoke about her chosen field, broadcast journalism, her inspiration and personal style. Excerpts…

As a celebrity lady, what do you think are the keys to professional and business success for women?

I am Seun Oyedeji and fondly called ‘Seun Jewel’. First of all, Self Discovery is key. You must know who you are in order to chart the right course that would give you fulfillment as well as help you impact positively on the larger society. Secondly, acquire the knowledge and skills to ply your trade successfully. Thirdly you must be disciplined enough to stay on your goals till you achieve them .  Fourthly, networking and above all, God.

Tell us about your role at Silverbird Television

As the National News Co-ordinator, I work with my team members across the country to ensure we meet the needs of our target audiences in conformity with the ethics of journalism and our house style. This translates into keeping our viewers informed, educated and enlightened with regards to government policies, human angle stories, international news and current affairs programmes.

How do you deal with the added attention that comes with being a beautiful face on television?

Thanks for the compliment. Honestly, although I’m in the ‘public space’, I am a very private person. I always appreciate my followers and friends and it gives me joy that I have the privilege of sharing my talent with them.

What is your fondest memory of rising in broadcast journalism?

My first time going on air on Ogun State Broadcasting Corporation (OGBC 2) in Abeokuta, Ogun State. You see, at that time, you must work so hard and prove to your employers that you’re worthy and capable of delivering. Growing from an intern on radio to a full fledged broadcast journalist on television; starting and managing media organizations and meeting great people. 

Presentation and quality are crucial in your kind of job; describe how important you take these.

I always refer to myself as a ‘permanent learner’. I place a premium on training and retraining to upscale my skills in order to keep up with the ever changing times in broadcasting. I have mentees across the board who look up to me and that, alone is a driving force.

Tell us briefly interesting things about your youth life in Abeokuta and life in school days up to the university.

I had a very good experience growing up with my siblings and loved ones. I attended Methodist Primary,School Ogbe, Abeokuta, Macjob Grammar School, Abeokuta, Jubilee College, Lagos. I studied Mass Communications at (Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, Abeokuta), PGd and Masters in International Relations, Strategic Studies at the Lagos State University and another Masters’ degree in view.

What is it that gets you easily pissed off and what gets you instantly ecstatic?

I hate lies. I love getting desired results in all I do.

What do you enjoy doing in your spare time away from work?

Sleep. The hustle and bustle of Lagos can be overwhelming, sometimes. I also love to spend time with my loved ones.

Tell us something shocking but funny that not many people, or no one, know about Seun Jewel.

I’m not as tough as many may think. 

Please, share your beauty secrets.

You’ll be shocked that I am so ‘basic’. As a ‘melanin lady’, I only keep my body clean and use petroleum jelly on my skin. I take a lot of water, vegetables, fruits and try my best to have enough rest. 

What are your cooking skills like, and do you have a particular food that you most cherish?

Having been raised by unarguably the best cook in the world- my mum, I’m good at making traditional Yoruba delicacies as well as intercontinental dishes. I don’t have any favourite food but I guess the whole world knows I love corn and corn-based foods.

Silverbird TV Big Girl, Seun ‘Jewel’ Oyedeji, Shares Her Career and Beauty Secrets

 

What would you say actually inspired you to become a television and showbiz person?

The quest to be ‘the bridge’ between government and the people; advertisers and their target audiences and the opportunities of meeting the movers and shakers around the world.