Former NBC DG, Professor Tom Adaba, Passes Away

Professor Tom Adaba, a respected broadcaster and former Director General of the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), has passed away. He died early on Saturday morning, February 22, 2025, in Abuja.

A close family friend confirmed the sad news, saying, “It’s true Oga is gone.” He revealed that Professor Adaba had been unwell for some time. His health worsened when he struggled to eat, leading to his hospitalization.

“He got better and started eating again, but then his condition declined. They said he needed blood. Around 5:00 this morning, I received a call that he has gone to be with the Lord,” the source said.

Chief Adinoyi Joe Anivasa JP, Secretary of the Egbira Elders Forum in Abuja, also confirmed the news. He expressed his sorrow, stating, “I feel sad to inform you that our elder and leader, Prof. Tom A. Adaba, just answered the call of nature by giving up his ghost to the Lord this morning.”

He added, “Further details about his burial arrangements will be communicated later. We thank God for his life. May God have mercy on his shortcomings and grant his soul eternal peaceful rest in His Heavenly Kingdom, Amen.”

Professor Adaba was a trailblazer in broadcasting. Between 1988 and 1992, he became the first Nigerian to be honored as president of the African Council for Communication Education. His contributions to the media industry will always be remembered.

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