* Late Kola Oladapo
The Pathfinder
Sunday December 28, 2025
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The death of a popular Ibadan-based on-air personality, Kola Oladapo, professionally known as Mr Nice Guy, has been announced.
Oladapo, who was a broadcaster with Lagelu FM 96.7, Ibadan, passed away on Saturday leaving colleagues, listeners and friends devastated by the loss.
Confirming his death in an official statement, the management and staff of Lagelu FM described the late broadcaster as a painful loss to the station and the media industry at large. They noted that Oladapo was more than a familiar voice on the airwaves, describing him as a source of comfort, inspiration and connection to countless listeners.
According to the statement, the late OAP lived a life filled with purpose, passion and genuine humanity, using his talent to inform, entertain and uplift the public with warmth, excellence and authenticity.
“He was a man of many talents who wore his greatness with humility and grace, leaving lasting impressions on colleagues, friends and listeners alike,” the statement read.
The station further described Oladapo as one of its finest professionals, a brother and a true gentleman whose legacy would continue to echo through the halls and frequencies he once graced.
“Though he may be gone from sight, his impact, memories and the love he shared will remain forever in the hearts of all who knew him,” the statement added.
Lagelu FM extended its heartfelt condolences to Oladapo’s family, friends and loved ones, praying for strength to bear the irreparable loss.
“Rest on, Nice Guy. Your light will never be forgotten,” the statement concluded.
Oyo NUJ mourns
Meanwhile, the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, has extended its heartfelt condolences to the entire management and staff of Lagelu 96.7FM, as well as the family of the late Kola Oladapo, fondly known as Mr 9ice Guy, on his painful passing.
In a statement jointly signed by the Chairman, comrade Akeem Abas and Secretary, Temidayo Adu, the NUJ said it received the news of his death with deep shock and profound sadness.
Oladapo was a passionate broadcaster, committed media professional and vibrant on-air personality whose voice, creativity, and warmth endeared him to listeners and colleagues alike.
His contributions to Lagelu 96.7FM and the broadcasting profession will remain indelible.
The NUJ said it recognised the huge vacuum Oladapo’s departure has created within the Lagelu FM family and the wider media community in Oyo State.
“His professionalism, humility and dedication to duty stood him out as a worthy ambassador of the journalism and broadcasting profession.
“On behalf of journalists in Oyo State, the NUJ prays that God grants the management and entire staff of Lagelu 96.7FM, as well as the Oladapo family, the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss,” it said.
It prayed that Almighty grants the departed eternal rest and comforts all who mourn him.
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