- President Tinubu, Emeka Anyaoku Mourn Dr. Christopher Kolade
- President Tinubu said he received the news of Kolade’s death with deep sadness
- Emeka Anyaoku described Kolade as an Iroko in Nigeria’s limited forest of public servants with impeccable integrity
President Bola Tinubu and former Commonwealth Secretary General, Emeka Anyaoku, have expressed profound sorrow over the passing of Dr. Christopher Kolade, describing the late broadcaster, diplomat, and corporate leader as one of Nigeria’s intellectual treasures. They said his legacy of integrity, service, and excellence will continue to inspire generations.
Eko Hot Blog reprots that in a statement personally signed by him yesterday, President Tinubu said he received the news of Kolade’s death with deep sadness. He highlighted the late elder statesman’s extensive contributions to national development, spanning education, corporate governance, diplomacy, and humanitarian service.
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“Dr. Kolade, 92, was a custodian of our enterprise history, particularly in corporate governance and human resources management. He played a key role in esteemed institutions such as the Lagos Business School,” the President said.
He praised Kolade’s brilliance, integrity, and patriotism, describing him as among the finest of men, exceptionally diligent, statesmanlike, and of unimpeachable character. Tinubu noted that beyond his corporate achievements, including serving as chief executive and later chairman of Cadbury Nigeria Plc, Kolade was a steadfast advocate for transparency and accountability in governance.
Emeka Anyaoku, reacting from London, described Kolade as an Iroko in Nigeria’s limited forest of public servants with impeccable integrity. In his condolence message, Anyaoku lamented the passing of the revered diplomat, corporate leader, and statesman, emphasizing that Nigeria has lost one of its most ethical and exemplary figures in both public and private service.
He also highlighted Kolade’s lasting legacies, including his tenure as Nigeria’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, a role in which he represented the nation with dignity and distinction.
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