US EditionNigeria: Christopher Kolade Was a Model of Diligence, Integrity, Patriotism
Dr. Christopher Kolade was a respected broadcaster, diplomat, and corporate leader who championed ethics and education, impacting Nigeria’s governance and business sectors for over 60 years.
- Dr. Christopher Kolade, a veteran broadcaster and elder statesman, died on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, with family confirming his passing.
- His death followed a lifelong career marked by moral discipline, public service, and national leadership across diplomacy, media, and corporate sectors.
- Kolade held leadership positions as the head of the Nigerian Broadcasting Corporation, served as Chief Executive at Cadbury Nigeria, and acted as Nigeria’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom.
- President Tinubu praised him as highly intelligent, principled, hardworking, and of unquestionable character, and also highlighted his charitable work through the Christopher Kolade Foundation.
- Although his death at 92 was deeply mourned, leaders encouraged Nigerians to honor and reflect on the lasting positive contributions he made throughout his life.
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Nigeria: Christopher Kolade Was a Model of Diligence, Integrity, Patriotism
President Bola Tinubu has paid glowing tribute to the late elder statesman, broadcaster, and corporate icon, Dr Christopher Kolade, describing him as a model of diligence, integrity, and patriotism who embodied the finest ideals of public service.
Christopher Kolade Dies At 92 - Daily Trust
Nigeria has lost one of its most respected elder statesmen, diplomats, and thought leaders, Dr. Christopher Kolade, who passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at the age of 93. His family confirmed the news in a statement expressing gratitude for his life of service, faith, and integrity. “We are thankful for his incredible life of faith and service, and are grateful for God’s abundant blessings,” the family said+. Born on Decembe…
A note of eternal gratitude to Dr Christopher Kolade
I returned to Kaduna yesterday evening to the story of the passing of the venerable Dr. Christopher Kolade at the age of 93. He lived a very long life of devoted service to our dear country and to humanity. My professional life was literally created by and took the trajectory I speak about today, thanks … The post A note of eternal gratitude to Dr Christopher Kolade appeared first on Dateline Nigeria.
Christopher Kolade: Mr. Integrity And Humility Personified - Atiku » News.ng
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of veteran broadcaster, diplomat, and academic, Ambassador Christopher Kolade, CON, describing his death as “the fall of an agelong shining star from the firmament of Nigeria.” In a heartfelt condolence message issued on X on Friday, Atiku eulogised the late Kolade, who passed away peacefully at the age of 92, as a rare Nigerian whose life embodied service, excellenc…
SystemSpecs Celebrates Former Chairman, Dr. Christopher Kolade - Tech
The Board, Management, and Staff of SystemSpecs Holdings Limited have expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Dr. Christopher Kolade, veteran broadcaster, respected diplomat, business leader, and one of Nigeria’s most revered statesmen. Dr. Kolade passed away on October 8, 2025, at the age of 92 (He would have been 93 in December, just 2 months away). Dr. Kolade served as Chairman of the Board of Directors of SystemSpecs for many years, during…
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