The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of its former Chairman, Comrade Patrick Osadebamwen.

In a statement issued in Abuja on Saturday by the Secretary of the Council, Comrade Jide Oyekunle, the union said it received the news of Osadebamwen’s passing with sadness following confirmation from his friends.

The late Osadebamwen was a respected journalist who worked with Union Newspaper, Core TV and The Nigerian Tribune before joining Kaftan TV.

He also served as Chairman of the NUJ FCT Council, where he contributed to the growth and development of the union and the journalism profession in the Federal Capital Territory.

The Council described his death as a painful loss to the media community and extended its heartfelt condolences to his family, colleagues, friends and associates.

According to the statement, Osadebamwen is survived by three children.

“The NUJ FCT Council extends its condolences to his family, colleagues, friends and associates, and prays that God will grant them the strength to bear the loss,” the statement said.

The Council also called on members of the union to remember the bereaved family in their prayers and pray for the repose of his soul while arrangements for his burial are being made.

Osadebamwen’s death has elicited grief among journalists in Abuja and beyond, many of whom remember him for his dedication to the profession and his service to the NUJ.

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