The Lagos State chapter of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (Lagos SWAN), has expressed deep sorrow over the death of one of its members, Adeyinka Adebayo. Until his death on Tuesday, he was the head of sports desk at Eko FM/Radio Lagos.
He was also a director at the Lagos State Ministry of Information. Sports writers in Lagos State have continued to mourn and celebrate Adebayo for his professionalism, commitment, and contributions to the growth of sports journalism in the state, Sportsvillagesquare reports.
Debo Oshundun, the Chairman, Lagos SWAN, expressed deep sorrow. “I am devastated. ‘Yinka was among my greatest supporters and confidants. He was very close to me, and his passing has left me deeply saddened.
“I called him ‘Woli Agba.’ I am lost for words in describing what his death means to me personally and Lagos SWAN as an organisation,” Oshundun remarked.
According to him, the late Adebayo was a multifaceted individual who left a lasting impact on Lagos SWAN members as a mentor, friend and colleague. “He believes his legacy of dedication and kindness will continue to resonate within the sports writing fraternity and ensure his memory endures.”