Abdulgafar Oladimeji
The national patron of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Moses Andishu, has commiserated with the Nigerian sporting press over the death of two prominent Nigerian sports writers.
It would be recalled that, Tonex Chukwu and Niyi Oyeleke breath their last within the span of 24 hours.
Tonex served as the image maker of two time back to back African club football champions, Eyimba fc International of Aba.
Late Niyi Oyeleke former SWAN Lagos chairman, NTA sports reporter , until his demise was a contributing member of the Super Sports crew.
Tonex Chukwu, who nursed injuries sustained from an auto crash, which occurred on 14th February 2026, finally passed away.
Moses Andishu in a press statement issued by his country director for Nigeria, Joseph Andishu, on Wednesday evening in Kaduna, said “ with an heavy heart I send this condolence message to SWAN to offer you comfort, expressing my sympathy, and honor to the deceased veteran comrades , Late Tonex Chukwu and Niyi Oyeleke.
“At this moment of grief, I offer my love and support to my SWAN family. I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
“I am sending strength and love to all sports writers in Nigeria. My deepest condolences .
“I was so saddened to hear about the passing of Tonex Chukwu and Niyi Oyeleke. Within the span of hours in between they both transited to the great beyond .
“Words cannot express how sorry I am for the loss”.
“Sending you love and strength during this difficult times for the sports journalism fraternity in Nigeria.”
“May Almighty God in His infinite mercies grant them eternal rest,” amen
