Elder statesman Christopher Kolade dies at 92

Veteran broadcaster and elder statesman Dr Christopher Kolade has died at the age of 92.

The family made the announcement in a statement on Thursday.

According to the statement, the late broadcaster died peacefully on Wednesday, October 8, 2025.

“We are thankful for his incredible life of faith and service, and are grateful for God’s abundant blessings,” the statement read in part.

NEWS9JA reports that the elder statesman was born on December 28, 1932.

He had a distinguished career as a diplomat, academic, advocate for integrity and corporate governance, among other accomplishments.