‘Shocking’, ‘a great man is gone’… Twitter reactions to Deji Tinubu’s sudden death

The sudden death of Ayodeji Tinubu, special adviser to Lagos state governor Akinwunmi Ambode, has sent shockwaves across Nigerian Twitter.

Tinubu died on Thursday after he slumped while taking part in a football match in Epe.

Since the news of his demise spread, many Nigerians who made the acquaintance of the late sports icon have paid tribute to him on social media.

Below are some of the tweets:

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of former Executive Committee member of the NFF, Mr. Deji Tinubu following his sudden demise last night. We are still in shock as we pray for the repose of his soul. #RIPDejiTinubu pic.twitter.com/b42LMrPu68

— The NFF 🇳🇬 (@thenff) January 26, 2018

I had a plans to organise "beachsoccer in secondary schools" in ojo local govt,lagos,i met u in ur office,u adviced me to work towards april 2018 with ur full financial support,april is just 3months,now you are Gone 💔💔💔💔💔💔💔 RIP master DEJI TINUBU

— ABU AZEEZ (@AbuAzeezAbolaji) January 25, 2018

So sad to hear about the passing on of Mr Deji Tinubu. Terrible terrible news. The friendliest top journalist I've ever come across. Took and gave banter like you're everyday mates. Thoughts and prayers with his family and the sports community. Very sad.

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— Gboye (@mcgboye) January 25, 2018

Deji Tinubu is dead. Slumped while playing football this afternoon and died this evening. I am too sad and shocked right now. https://t.co/IlCjkY8FX7

— Oma Akatugba (@omaakatugba) January 25, 2018

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Ah…

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Bros D.

You left.

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I haven't cried like this in a long time.

This is not how it was supposed to end, Bros D.

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I can't believe I still got tears left.

Bros D.

Ah…

You left.

— Temisan Okomi (@temiokomi) January 26, 2018

RIP Mr Deji Tinubu 😭😭😭😭 @dejitinubu

— ASISAT M.O.N (@AsisatOshoala) January 26, 2018

Good people shouldn't die!… Rest in peace Mr Deji Tinubu pic.twitter.com/vwYtspnigE

— Nnenna Okoronkwo (@NellySylva) January 26, 2018

Good night DEJI TINUBU (5TH LEFT, EARLIER TODAY, BEFORE HIS SUDDEN DEATH)… Rest in Peace, dear Brother… pic.twitter.com/HvM1tDnjYK

— Dele Momodu Ovation (@DeleMomodu) January 25, 2018

I grew up listening to Deji Tinubu on Cool FM. 7:45am to 8am. This is a really sad news. May his soul Rest In Peace. This is shocking a news. Prayers to the loved ones he left behind.

— JJ. Omojuwa (@Omojuwa) January 25, 2018

https://twitter.com/codedolasco/status/956802750523891712

From dust we came and to dust we return. Only our words and deeds would be remembered.
Deji Tinubu, we remember you for all the good reasons. May your blessed soul rest with the Lord. pic.twitter.com/smBrXXt2Vf

— ken Ochonogor (@kenochonogor) January 26, 2018

Very shocking and sad news of the passing away of uncle Deji Tinubu, was a pacesetter to some of the young sportscasters of now, including myself. My hearty condolences.💔💔

— OLUWADAMILARE 💯 (@iamdarejohnson) January 26, 2018

The news of Deji Tinubu's death is too shocking to comprehend. He was everybody's favorite friend on radio. He made you fall in love with football analysis. He will be surely missed.

— Yinka Chukwuemeka Ogunnubi (@yinkanubi) January 25, 2018

I DON’T EVER TYPE IN UPPER CASE BUT MY HEART IS HEAVY HEARING OF THE DEMISE OF MY DEAR BROTHER DEJI TINUBU… IT’S A RUDE SHOCK BUT GOD BE PRAISED IN ALL CIRCUMSTANCES…
BLESSED BE GOD ALMIGHTY, WHO KNOWS ALL AND IS ALL IN ALL#RestOnDT

— Mozez Praiz (@Mpraiz) January 25, 2018

https://twitter.com/NekanMoff/status/956747835566784512

Deji Tinubu. I can’t deal. Seriously. I can’t

RIP brother

— Colin NOT Collins 🇳🇬🇺🇸 (@ColinUdoh) January 25, 2018

This life! We worked on radio together so many years ago. Such a passionate gentleman especially when it came to sports in general and Nigerian football in particular. A great man is gone. RIP Deji Tinubu 😩☹️ heart goes out to the family. God knows best!

— Dr. Darey Art Alade (@dareynow) January 26, 2018

Sad news about uncle Deji Tinubu. Sad, sad news. My prayers are with his family.

— Yomi Kazeem (@TheYomiKazeem) January 25, 2018

RIP Deji Tinubu. Soft spoken, articulated, unassuming gentleman. I loved transcribing his interviews.

— Mayokun (@mayochris) January 25, 2018

RIP, Deji Tinubu. Not been myself since I heard of your demise last night. May God grant your soul a good repose and take care of your family. Good night…forever. pic.twitter.com/rksy4LpWed

— Bímbọ Adéólá Igi T'Ọlọ́run Gbìn🙏 (@bimadeola) January 26, 2018

My spirit is Broken….

I can't deal…😭😭😭

Rest in Glory Uncle Deji Tinubu….

— Kelechi Nkoro(Don Kelenioni) (@K1Says) January 25, 2018

You were a friend, brother and cherished pioneer member of Jeun S'Oke FC, our football fraternity. You blazed a bright, shining path across this earth. You were a man for all seasons. We will miss you, Deji Tinubu. Requescat in pace. pic.twitter.com/3Wu9wmUKEr

— Muyiwa Gbadegesin, PhD (@muyiwag) January 26, 2018

I don't even know how to digest Deji Tinubu's death. This life ehn…I pray his soul finds peace.

— Deji Faremi (@deejayfaremi) January 26, 2018

Once again..let's realise we don't have our lives in our hands but God's..

What a loss!

So sad to hear the passing of a sports icon.. Hon Deji Tinubu

— Omodia (@omodia4real) January 25, 2018

Deji Tinubu was one of the very first sports analyst I had so much respect for during his time on the program “Sports Express” on Classic FM before he became the Chairman of Lagos State Sports Commission…Still a shock to me, Rest In Peace Boss 🙏🏻🙏🏻😢😢😔😔😔

— Apparel (@Apparel_Loner) January 25, 2018

https://twitter.com/GalacticoHD/status/956794021887860737

I became a regular latecomer during my secondary school days just to listen to Deji Tinubu and Deji Omotoyinbo's analysis at 7:45am on @CoolFMNigeria then

There is nothing in this life. 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

Goodnight uncle 😭😭😭

— Kehinde Segun Neymar (@Dubarcelona88) January 26, 2018