Tunde Akingbade, a renowned Nigerian environmental journalist, author, and educator, has passed away at the age of 67 on July 27. With a career spanning over four decades, Akingbade was a prominent voice in environmental journalism, focusing on climate change, pollution, and sustainable development. He began his career in 1984 and worked with notable media outlets such as The Guardian and African Concord before becoming a freelance journalist. His work earned him international recognition, including the Environmental Journalist Award at the 2012 CNN/MultiChoice African Journalist Awards. Akingbade also hosted the Mr Environment show on RayPower Radio, raising public awareness on environmental issues. He authored the influential book 'Nigeria on the Trail of the Environment' and mentored many young journalists. He is survived by his wife and two sons, with funeral arrangements to be announced by the family.
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