Cowrie FM founder, Thomas Willy is dead

Former Ogun state broadcasting corporation producer and founder of the Southwest Nigeria business window ( Cowrie FM), Thomas Willy is dead.

According to Premium Times, Nigeria Union of Journalist (NUJ) President, Lanre Ogundipe confirmed the demise of the broadcaster who was in his 70’s.

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Mr Thomas was said to have died while being rushed to the hospital, following a sudden health challenge.

Daily Times reports that, Mr Thomas after working in Radio Germany returned some years ago to establish a community radio station, Cowrie FM, in Ogun State.

Meanwhile the Cowrie urban radio 97.5 which focuses on investment potentials, business enlightenment , business opportunities for local traders have successfully introduced programms like ‘Alajapa’ the hub for food production in southwest Nigeria.

Rest on Thomas Willy