Veteran Nigerian sports journalist and administrator, Mr. Niyi Oyeleke, has passed away after a prolonged illness.
The news was first shared by Ibitoye Shittu on a WhatsApp group on Tuesday, March 3, 2026.
He wrote: “It’s sad to announce the death of veteran Sports Journalist Niyi Oyeleke. Rest in Peace Egbon.”
Another associate confirmed the news on the Offa Descendants Union (ODU) Lagos Branch WhatsApp group, saying: “It is with deep sorrow that we share the death of one of us today: Mr. Niyi Oyeleke. He passed away this afternoon after a prolonged illness. May his soul rest in peace. May Almighty Allah grant him aljannat fridaus and comfort his family. RIP Niyi.”