An indigene of Osun State, Tella was a one-time editor with the defunct National Concord newspapers and Managing Director of The Monitor.
When he left the realm of journalism, he was appointed as the former National Commissioner of National Hajj Commission. On his return to Osun, he served as chairman of the state broadcasting service as well as the state hajj commission.
He is currently the Chairman of Council, Federal College of Education, Iwo in Osun State.
In a congratulatory message issued in Abuja by Tunde Rahman, media officer to the President-elect, Tinubu paid glowing tribute to Tella.
He described him as a patriot who had contributed immensely to the journalism profession and his role in sustaining religious harmony in the country.
“I congratulate and rejoice with astute journalist and administrator, Alhaji Liad Tella, on turning 75 on March 3. I first encountered Alhaji Tella within the media space before our paths crossed during the struggle for the restoration of democracy in Nigeria during which he made valuable contributions.
“Tella is a fine journalist and important media leader. After a long stint at the National Concord, leaving the stage as General Manager, he rose to the pinnacle of the profession as Managing Director of Monitor Newspaper.
“His deep involvement in the propagation of Islam and promotion of religious harmony in the country is also worthy of note. I commend Alhaji Tella for all he has done for the nation-building through the media profession and for being a role model for the younger generation.
“At 75, my prayer for the Asíwájú Musulumi of Iwoland is that Almighty Allah grant him many more years, the grace and wisdom to continue to impact the lives of many more in our country.”
