Veteran Energy Journalist Samuel Ibiyemi Passes Away After Battling Pulmonary Embolism | Cliptv Online

In a sad and unfortunate turn of events, Samuel Ibiyemi, the publisher of Nigerian NewsDirect, has tragically passed away. The veteran energy journalist lost his long battle with pulmonary embolism, commonly known as blood clots, at Babcock Teaching Hospital in Ilisan, Ogun state.

The news of Ibiyemi’s demise was shared by Sulaiman Salau, a journalist with the Guardian newspaper, who expressed deep sorrow over the loss. Ibiyemi’s passing occurred on Tuesday, leaving behind a void in the journalism community.

Having previously served as the business editor at Nigerian Tribune and as the energy editor at the defunct Financial Standard, Ibiyemi was widely respected for his expertise in the energy sector.

In his last message to Adeola Yusuf, the Team Lead of Platforms Africa, Ibiyemi expressed optimism about his recovery from the illness that ultimately claimed his life. He conveyed heartfelt appreciation for the support he received for his treatment at Babcock Teaching Hospital, where he had undergone four surgeries for pulmonary embolism.

“I am alive even though I am still on admission after the fourth surgery,” Ibiyemi had shared. “As you sacrificed your resources to keep me alive, may the divine power of God keep you alive to accomplish great exploits that will bring abundance and prevent you and your family from ever begging.”

He further expressed his gratitude, citing a biblical passage from Psalm 3:8, and blessed those who had stood by him during his health struggles. His words resonated with hope and a deep appreciation for the kindness he had received.

The passing of Samuel Ibiyemi is a significant loss to the journalism community and the energy sector. His contributions and expertise will be greatly missed. May his soul rest in peace, and may his legacy continue to inspire and guide future generations of journalists.