TETFund Executive Secretary Mourns Legendary Journalist Chief Dan Agbese, Lauds His Legacy
TETFund Executive Secretary Mourns Legendary Journalist Chief Dan Agbese, Lauds His Legacy
By Hannatu Lot
The Executive Secretary of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), Arc. Sonny S. T. Echono, FNIA, has expressed deep sorrow and offered heartfelt condolences to the family of the late Chief Dan Agbese, OFR, a celebrated Nigerian journalist and co-founder of Newswatch Magazine.
In a condolence message released today, Echono described Agbese as a “legendary journalist and a pillar of Nigeria’s media landscape,” highlighting his profound impact on the profession.
Echono, speaking on behalf of the TETFund Board of Trustees and the wider education community, acknowledged the immense contributions of Chief Agbese to Nigerian journalism.
He specifically noted Agbese’s pivotal role in shaping investigative journalism in the country, crediting his insightful and often satirical writing style for captivating readers and inspiring generations of journalists.
“His writing was a masterful blend of satire, humour, and incisive commentary that captivated readers and inspired a generation of journalists,” Echono stated.
He emphasized Agbese’s unique ability to combine wit and wisdom, which earned him the reputation as one of Nigeria’s most respected and beloved writers.
Beyond his journalistic achievements, Echono also acknowledged Agbese’s dedication as a teacher and mentor. He noted that Agbese’s passion for journalism was contagious and that he mentored countless students, helping to shape the careers of many successful journalists.
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“He was a mentor, a leader, and a role model who inspired countless individuals to pursue careers in journalism and strive for excellence,” Echono added.
Echono concluded his message by expressing his deepest sympathies to the Agbese family, noting the monumental loss, not just to the family but to the Idoma nation, and by extension, the entire Nation.
“The man from Agila’ as he was fondly called, was also; a proud and worthy Ambassador of the Idoma nation,” Echono added, recalling that the Idoma nation has lost some of its brightest stars in recent months.
The TETFund Executive Secretary also stated that Chief Agbese’s legacy of informing, educating, and entertaining millions of Nigerians will endure, ensuring that his contributions to journalism, satire, and the overall development of Nigeria will never be forgotten.
