Renowned Media Scholar Professor Idowu Sobowale Dies at 85

Renowned communication scholar and veteran member of Nigeria’s media and communication community, Professor Idowu Akanbi Sobowale, has died at the age of 85.

Sobowale reportedly died on Thursday morning, October 8, 2026.

His death was announced by a family member, Akinniyi Sowunmi, in a statement titled “Transition to Glory.”

The statement described his passing as a major loss to Nigeria’s communication community, particularly the Association of Communication Scholars and Professionals in Nigeria, ACSPN.

The family said Professor Sobowale, who was also a recipient of the national honour, OON, died peacefully, while details of his funeral arrangements would be announced later.