A former governor of Ogun State, Senator Gbenga Daniel, has expressed sadness over the death of the publisher of The Eagle Online, Mr. Dotun Oladipo.
Oladipo died on Tuesday after falling ill in the office.
In his statement, Daniel described Oladipo as a distinguished journalist who made remarkable contributions to the Nigerian media industry.
He said at the defunct Compass Newspaper, where he rose from Assistant Project Manager to Editor of Sunday Compass, Dotun distinguished himself through his intellect, professionalism and commitment to journalism.
“He was a man of ideas, courage and uncommon generosity of spirit, whose passion for journalism extended beyond personal achievement. Through his work at Compass and subsequently as publisher of The Eagle Online, he remained committed to the growth of the profession and the role of the media in society,” Daniel said.
He added that his on August 25, 2026, was a great loss to his family, colleagues, friends and the wider media community.
“Those who had the privilege of knowing him will remember his professionalism, warmth and enduring contributions,” he added.
“On behalf of myself, my family and associates, I extend my deepest condolences to the entire Oladipo family. May God grant you the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss and grant the soul of Mr. Dotun Oladipo eternal rest,” Daniel concluded.
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