In this content, catalystng.com takes a closer look at the trending online debate over who is the better journalist between Rufai Oseni of Arise TV and Seun Okinbaloye of Channels TV.
While some viewers praised Seun Okinbaloye for his calm and professional interview style, others likened Rufai Oseni’s approach to something out of an “animal documentary” because of his fierce and relentless questioning.
Many netizens argued that Rufai Oseni stands out as a more fearless journalist, often holding government officials accountable and confronting them on the nation’s pressing issues. On the other hand, some critics accused Seun Okinbaloye of being too soft and “romancing politicians” instead of challenging them directly.
Recently, Lere Olayinka, the senior special assistant to the FC minister, Wike, in an Instagram post, described Rufai Oseni of Arise TV and Seun Okinbaloye of Channels TV.
In his words; “ Rufai Oseni: There are empirical facts that you stole public funds, thank God you are here to answer for yourself. You are a thief, can you respond to these empirical facts?
Seun Okinbaloye: Hon sir, people have been saying that funds have been mismanaged under your watch and your office has released a statement saying it’s false. Sir what do you have to say about the allegations?
The difference is clear.”
See his post below;
The contrast between Arise TV’s Rufai Oseni and Channels TV’s Seun Okinbaloye trended on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, after a heated exchange erupted on Arise TV’s “The Morning Show.”
The clash occurred when Minister of Works David Umahi became visibly irritated by Rufai Oseni’s questions, particularly after Oseni accused him of reporting him to President Bola Tinubu over his criticism of the Lagos–Calabar Coastal Road project.
Watch the interview below;
Sharing his opinion in a viral post on Facebook, an online user identified as Chin Akano wrote;
“These two intelligent and vibrant chaps I watch a lot at my spare time . Seun of Channels and Rufai of Arise .
They are really doing the job but sometimes I get uncomfortable with some choice of words that Rufai uses . Sometimes he comes across as being harsh , rude , impolite and disrespectful.
Seun on other hand , can ask the same questions that Rufai asks but more respectfully and achieve the results .
I have never seen anyone interviewed by Seun that ended up with a fight with him or walked out of the studio in the middle of the interview. If , I have to hire one of them , I would go for Seun.
What’s your thought? Are you with me or am I blowing breeze lol Good morning ladies and gents . I am wishing you a very lovely day.”
See the post below;
Who is Seun Okinbaloye? Listen to his interview below;
Seun Okinbaloye is Channels Television’s Political Correspondent and an award-winning political and investigative journalist with over a decade of broadcast experience.
He has led Channels TV’s coverage of major elections across Nigeria, helping cement the station’s reputation as a top choice during electoral seasons. His reports have drawn government attention to neglected communities and abandoned projects.
Okinbaloye hosts two of Nigeria’s most-watched political programs—Sunday Politics and Politics Today—and has interviewed leading figures, including serving governors, federal lawmakers, and former national leaders.
He holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Visual and Performing Arts from the University of Ilorin, as well as an LLB from Baze University.
Watch a clip of Seun Okinbaloye of Channels TV interviewing Wike below;
Who is Rufai Oseni? Listen to his interview below;
Rufai Oseni is a Nigerian TV broadcaster, news anchor, and radio presenter. He works for Arise TV as a news anchor and talk show host.
Rufai Oseni is a graduate of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, where he studied Animal Anatomy and Physiology. He also attended Lagos Business School, Pan-Atlantic University. His Arise TV programme, The Morning Show, is one of the most-watched morning broadcasts in Nigeria.
Known for his tough, uncompromising questioning, Oseni has had several tense on-air moments. In February 2025, he clashed with Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, prompting Bwala to threaten to walk out.
Oseni has interviewed numerous public figures, particularly politicians, and is widely recognised for fact-checking guests live on set. One of his most memorable interviews occurred in 2023 during a heated exchange with Jesutega Onokpasa over fuel subsidy removal. When Oseni challenged the policy amid rising living costs, Onokpasa fired back, “Listen, Rufai! This is not animal psychology… if you want to be a journalist, you can be a journalist,” a remark aimed at Oseni’s lack of formal training in journalism.
Watch the moment Rufai Oseni of Arise TV interviews Jesutega Onokpasa below;
From the above description of Rufai Oseni of Arise TV and Seun Okinbaloye of Channels TV, who is the best journalist? Netizens are already speculating.
