We will surely miss him.”Mr Kunle Sanyaolu, the Editorial Page Editor, observed that Dr Alex Thomopulos has joined his ancestors at the age of 78. I do not doubt that his death marks the demise of an important part of The Guardian newspaper. A good companion whose company I came to appreciate.”Former MD/Editor-in-Chief of The Guardian, Mr Martins Oloja, also sent a message: “Good Night, Dr Alex Thomopulos. When the history of The Guardian (Nigeria) in the first 40 years comes to be written, the name of the late Dr Thomopulos will not be forgotten. Adieu Dr. Thomopulos!

Source: The Guardian December 31, 2025 02:10 UTC