Egbira Community, Media Mourn Passing of Prof. Tom A. Adaba At 84
By Juliet Vincent
The Egbira community is in mourning following the passing of their revered elder and leader, Prof. Tom A. Adaba, who peacefully answered the call of nature this morning.
Chief Adinoyi Joe Anivasa JP,
Secretary Egbira Elders Forum Abuja, disclosed this in a statement he posted on Kogi Central Media Practitioners Association social media platform on Saturday.
He wrote:”I feel sad to inform you that our elder and Leader, Prof Tom A Adaba just answered the call of nature by given up his ghost to the Lord this morning. Further details about his burial arrangements would be communicated later.
“We thank God for his life. May God have mercy on his shortcomings and grant his soul eternal peaceful rest in His Heavenly Kingdom, Amen.”
Professor Adaba, born in 1941, is a distinguished Nigerian educator, communication specialist, and broadcasting pioneer.
He is best known as the first Director-General of the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC).
With an impressive career spanning over five decades, Professor Adaba has made significant contributions to the development of broadcasting in Nigeria.
He began his academic journey by earning his first degree from Ohio University. Upon returning to Nigeria, he worked as an educationist and communication expert, eventually transitioning into full-time broadcasting in 1974.
His leadership and expertise in the field led to his appointment as the first Principal of the NTA Television College, Jos, where he served from 1980 to 1987.
During this period, Professor Adaba continued his academic pursuits and completed his PhD program between 1987 and 1989.
After retiring from active service in 1989, he and his colleagues embraced life as retirees and pensioners, yet they remain respected figures in the broadcasting and academic communities.
Through his leadership and dedication, Professor Adaba has shaped the landscape of broadcasting in Nigeria and remains a pivotal figure in the nation’s media history.
Aged 84 years, Professor Adaba died in his Abuja residence in the morning of Saturday, February 22, 2025.
