Professor Idowu Akanbi Sobowale, a well-known communication expert and long-time member of Nigeria’s media and communication scene, has passed away.
Sobowale died at the age of 85 on Thursday morning.
A family member, Akinniyi Sowunmi, shared this news in a statement called “Transition to Glory” on Thursday.
Sowunmi described the loss as significant for the communication community, especially for the Association of Communication Scholars and Professionals in Nigeria.
“This is a very sad day for us in the Communication Community in Nigeria and especially for us at the Association of Communication Scholars & Professionals in Nigeria. Our father, Pa Deacon Professor Idowu Akanbi Sobowale, OON, 85, joined the saints triumphant this morning, October 8, 2026.
“Details of his funeral rites will be announced by the family soon.
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