The National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Senator David A. B. Mark, GCON, has expressed deep sorrow over the sudden death of the Editor-in-Chief of Eagle Online, Mr. Dotun Oladipo.
Senator Mark described the death of the veteran journalist as a painful and shocking loss to the Nigerian media industry, noting that Oladipo made significant contributions to the growth of journalism and the strengthening of democratic discourse in Nigeria.
In a condolence message, Senator Mark said the late Oladipo distinguished himself through professionalism, courage and commitment to the principles of responsible journalism, particularly at a time when the media is increasingly challenged to uphold truth, accountability and the public interest.
“The sudden death of Dotun Oladipo is deeply painful and has robbed the Nigerian media of a committed professional whose contributions to journalism and national discourse will not be forgotten.
“He was a journalist who understood the enormous responsibility of the media in a democracy and consistently deployed his profession to inform the public, interrogate issues of national importance and give voice to diverse perspectives.
“His death is not only a loss to his immediate family, friends and colleagues, but also to the wider journalism community and our nation,” Senator Mark said.
A statement signed by Kola Ologbondiyan, his Special Adviser,Media and Publicity to the National Chairman reads that the ADC National Chairman extended his heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased, the management and staff of Eagle Online, members of the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ), the Nigerian media community and all those who mourn the late journalist.
Senator Mark urged the bereaved family to find strength in the enduring legacy of their husband, father, colleague and friend, and in the knowledge that he lived a life that positively impacted his profession and society.
He prayed to God Almighty to grant the family the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss and to grant the soul of Mr. Dotun Oladipo eternal rest.
