Tinubu mourns well-known journalist and editor of Eagle Online, Dotun Oladipo – THISAGE

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu expresses deep sadness over the sudden death of Dotun Oladipo, former political editor of The Punch newspaper and publisher of The Eagle Online, describing his death as a painful loss to the Nigerian media industry and the nation at large.

President Tinubu recognizes the late man’s contribution to journalism, particularly his years of dedicated service to political journalism and his commitment to providing Nigerians with credible information across traditional and digital media platforms.

The President says Oladipo’s professional career reflects the important role journalists play in strengthening democracy by informing citizens, holding public officials accountable, and providing platforms for robust public discourse.

It recalls the late man’s passion for his profession and his contribution to the growth of digital journalism through The Eagle Online, which he founded after his remarkable career at Punch Newspaper.

“The death of Dotun Oladipo, at the age of 56, is a painful loss to the Nigerian media community and our nation. He was a dedicated journalist who dedicated 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, GOCOP colleagues and friends. I pray that Almighty God grants him eternal rest and gives his loved ones the strength to bear this irreparable loss,” notes President Tinubu.

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