Eagle Online publisher Oladipo laid to rest in Lagos
The late publisher of The Eagle Online, Oladotun Samson Oladipo, was laid to rest on Friday in Lagos, with family, friends and colleagues from Nigeria’s media industry gathering for his interment. Oladipo, a former Political Editor of Punch Newspaper who went on to found The Eagle Online, died on August 25 at the age of Read More:…
Oladotun Samson Oladipo, the founder and former publisher of The Eagle Online, was buried in Lagos on Friday, attended by family, friends, and fellow industry professionals. The 56-year-old, previously a Political Editor at Punch Newspaper, passed away suddenly on August 25 after feeling unwell. His funeral took place at Stella Hall in Oregun, Ikeja, where Pastor Solomon Akpande delivered a sermon urging attendees to live purposefully, with the title "Make your life count."
Akpande emphasized the urgency of action, stating that "days are few and numbered," and encouraged everyone to practice compassion in leadership and daily life. He assured Oladipo's family that they were not forgotten, asserting that his legacy would continue to benefit them. Colleagues and friends shared memories of Oladipo's humility, kindness, and dedication during the service.
The news of his death was met with condolences from political figures including President Bola Tinubu, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, and Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.
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