Renowned communication scholar and veteran member of Nigeria’s media and communication community, Professor Idowu Akanbi Sobowale, has died at the age of 85.
Sobowale died on Thursday morning, October 8, 2026, according to a statement by a family member, Akinniyi Sowunmi.
Sowunmi announced the death in a statement titled “Transition to Glory,” describing it as a major loss to Nigeria’s communication community, particularly the Association of Communication Scholars and Professionals in Nigeria.
“This is a very sad day for us in the Communication Community in Nigeria and especially for us at the Association of Communication Scholars & Professionals in Nigeria. Our father, Pa Deacon Professor Idowu Akanbi Sobowale, OON, 85, joined the saints triumphant this morning, October 8, 2026,” the statement said.
Sobowale was widely recognised for his contributions to communication scholarship and Nigeria’s media industry.
The family said details of his funeral arrangements would be announced later.
