GOCOP condoles with New Dawn publisher Abatan on wife’s death
By Jeffrey Agbo
The Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP) has commiserated with its member, Olatunde Abatan, publisher of New Dawn Online, over the passing of his wife, Desola Abatan (née Adewunmi).
Mrs Abatan died on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, after a brief illness.
A press statement by the publicity secretary of GOCOP, Remmy Nweke, quoted the guild’s leadership in a condolence message, signed by the President, Maureen Chigbo and Secretary-General, Olumide Iyanda, as saying the loss was not only to her immediate family but to the online publishing community.
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“On behalf of the entire GOCOP family, we extend our heartfelt condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. The loss of a life partner is an indescribable pain, and we can only imagine the depth of your grief,” part of the condolence message read.
The guild prayed for the repose of her soul and asked God to grant her family the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.
GOCOP further assured Mr. Abatan of members’ prayers and support during this trying period.
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