NUJ FCT mourns former chairman Patrick Osadebamwen

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, has expressed sadness over the death of its former chairman, Patrick Osadebamwen.

The Council, in a statement issued in Abuja by its Secretary, Comrade Jide Oyekunle, said it received the news of Osadebamwen’s death with deep sadness following confirmation from his friends.

Osadebamwen was a journalist who worked with several media organisations during his career, including The Union Newspaper, Core TV, The Nigerian Tribune and Kaftan TV, before joining Interceptng.com, an online news platform.

He also served as Chairman of the NUJ FCT Council, where he contributed to the affairs and development of the union and its members.

The late journalist hailed from Ekiadolor in Ovia South West Local Government Area of Edo State and is survived by three children.

The NUJ FCT Council described his death as a loss to his family, colleagues, friends and associates, while extending its condolences to them at this difficult time.

The Council prayed to God to grant the bereaved family and all those who mourn the deceased the strength to bear the loss.

It also urged members of the union to remember the family in their prayers and pray for the repose of Osadebamwen’s soul as arrangements for his burial are being made.

“Members of the Union are enjoined to remember the family in their prayers and pray for the repose of his soul,” the statement said.

Meanwhile, the Council said it will tentatively hold a night of tribute in honour of the late former chairman of the Council on Monday.