Lateef Ibrahim
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep sadness over the sudden death of Mr. Dotun Oladipo, former Political Editor of The Punch newspaper and publisher of The Eagle Online.
Tinubu described Oladipo’s death as a painful loss to Nigeria’s media industry and the nation at large.
In a statement by his media aide, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu acknowledged the deceased’s contributions to journalism, particularly his years of dedicated service in political reporting and his commitment to providing Nigerians with credible information through both traditional and digital media platforms.
The president said Oladipo’s professional career reflected the important role journalists played in strengthening democracy by informing citizens, holding public officials accountable and providing platforms for robust public discourse.
He recalled the deceased’s passion for his profession and his contributions to the growth of digital journalism through The Eagle Online, which he founded after his remarkable career at The Punch Newspaper.
“Dotun Oladipo’s death at the age of 56 is a painful loss to the Nigerian media community and to our nation. He was a committed journalist who devoted significant years of his life to informing the public and contributing to the development of our democracy.
“His contributions to political journalism and the digital media space will not be forgotten.
“I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family, colleagues in GOCOP and friends.
“I pray that Almighty God will grant him eternal rest and give his loved ones the strength to bear this irreparable loss,” President Tinubu noted.
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