# Death of Nigerian diplomat Patrick Dele Cole

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/death-of-nigerian-diplomat-patrick-dele-cole
> Updated: 2026-10-23T01:29:26.000Z. Sources: 17. Developments: 2.

Patrick Dele Cole, a prominent Nigerian diplomat, journalist, and statesman, has died in London at the age of 86.

Cole was recognized for his significant contributions to the Nigerian media landscape, particularly during his tenure as Managing Director of the Daily Times in the 1970s. In that role, he is credited with introducing an American-style editorial board and recruiting influential journalists to strengthen the publication’s intellectual character.

His diplomatic career included serving as Nigeria’s ambassador to Brazil and Argentina, as well as acting as a Special Adviser on International Relations to President Olusegun Obasanjo. A scholar with degrees from the University of Otago and the University of Cambridge, Cole also held various roles as a technocrat and public servant under both military and civilian administrations.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-23: Patrick Dele Cole, Nigerian journalist and diplomat, dies at 86

Nigerian journalist, diplomat, and former Daily Times Managing Director Patrick Dele Cole has died in London at age 86.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/patrick-dele-cole-nigerian-journalist-and-diplomat-dies-at-86

### 2026-10-17: Patrick Dele Cole, Nigerian diplomat and journalist, dies at 86

Nigerian diplomat, veteran journalist, and statesman Patrick Dele Cole has died at age 86. He served as ambassador to Brazil and Argentina and was a former Managing Director of the Daily Times.

17 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dele-cole-nigerian-diplomat-and-journalist-dies-at-86

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