Tawau:Tawau FM radio presenter Abdullah Abdul Wahid, known to his audience as DJ Akhiey, has died at the age of 51. He passed away at 5.15 am while receiving treatment at a private hospital in the area.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, DJ Akhiey's elder brother, Mohd Hussain Abdul Wahid, recounted that DJ Akhiey was capable of walking upon arriving at the hospital, but his condition deteriorated shortly after he lay down on a bed. He was remembered as a friendly and easy-going person who frequently brought joy to his family and offered valuable advice and guidance.

DJ Akhiey was laid to rest at the Batu 2 Jalan Apas Muslim Cemetery in Tawau around 12.39 pm. Muzrina Jubaira Sarfuddin, the broadcasting manager at Tawau FM, expressed that his passing represents a significant loss to the station. She described him as an experienced presenter who generously shared his knowledge and IT expertise with colleagues, especially younger staff members.

In his career, DJ Akhiey worked with Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM) for 21 years. He is survived by his wife and two children.