Journalism and activism have contributed immeasurably to Nigerias political and social development, as well as the struggles for freedoms across the globe. A man who lived for both endeavours, leaving behind radiant, indelible marks of excellence in Nigeria and around the world, Rotimi Sankore, has died at 55.
"It is with deep sorrow that I announce that we have lost one of Nigeria's finest journalists and excellent all-round human, Rotimi Sankore, read a Facebook post by Kadaria Ahmed, chief executive officer of RadioNow 95.3FM, breaking the news of Mr Sankore's passing on Saturday.
"Rotimi loved Nigeria with a passion that allowed him to be honest about her problems and what needs to be done to solve them.
