Veteran Nigerian journalist Dotun Oladipo dies at 56

Tributes are pouring in for veteran Nigerian journalist and publisher Dotun Oladipo, who died on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at the age of 56. Oladipo, the founder and publisher of the digital news outlet The Eagle Online, passed away in Lagos after reportedly falling ill suddenly at his office.

According to reports, Oladipo drove himself to a hospital after becoming ill but died hours later while receiving medical attention. His death was confirmed by the Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP), an organization he led as president from 2017 to 2021. GOCOP President Danlami Nmodu announced the news, stating, "It has just been confirmed that Emeritus President, Mr Dotun Oladipo, died today."

Oladipo's career in journalism spanned nearly three decades, beginning in traditional media. He held roles including politics editor at PUNCH Newspapers and worked with other major publications such as Nigerian Tribune, Nigerian Compass, and The Sun before transitioning to digital publishing. He founded The Eagle Online, where he served as publisher and managing editor.

His leadership at GOCOP was highlighted by multiple organizations as a period of significant development for online...