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Media World in Grief! Tinubu, Minister React to Death of Tribune’s Abuja Bureau Chief
President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sadness over the passing of Dr. Leon Usigbe, Abuja Bureau Chief of The Tribune Newspapers and a distinguished member of the State House Press Corps.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Usigbe, a respected journalist known for his professionalism and integrity, passed away on Friday night after a brief illness.
In a condolence statement released on Saturday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu paid glowing tribute to the late journalist, describing him as a veteran correspondent whose dedication to truth, balance, and ethical reporting earned him admiration across the media landscape, among public officials, and from readers nationwide.
“Dr. Usigbe’s insightful reporting and calm demeanour contributed immensely to strengthening Nigeria’s democratic process,” Tinubu noted. “His work kept the public informed about the intricate workings of the presidency and government at large.”
The President extended heartfelt sympathies to Usigbe’s family, friends, colleagues at The Tribune, and the entire State House Press Corps:
“May Almighty God grant his soul eternal rest and comfort all who mourn this great loss,” he said.
Similarly, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, also expressed profound grief over Usigbe’s death.
In his own condolence message on Saturday, Idris described the loss as heartbreaking, calling Usigbe:
“An outstanding journalist, a highly cerebral professional, and a shining light within the Nigerian media.”
He praised Usigbe’s unwavering integrity, depth, and dedication to the public good, noting how his thoughtful interventions during ministerial press briefings and Presidential Villa engagements elevated public discourse and helped bridge the gap between government and the media.
“As a pen-wielding advocate for democracy and national development, he brought intellectual rigour, insight, and balance to his reporting,” Idris added. “Nigeria has lost one of its finest media minds — a man whose courage and clarity of purpose earned him widespread respect.”
The Minister extended his condolences to Usigbe’s family, Tribune management and staff, the media industry, and the people of Edo State, the late journalist’s home state:
“May God Almighty comfort all those he has left behind and grant them the strength to bear this irreplaceable loss. May his soul rest in perfect peace,” he concluded.
Dr. Leon Usigbe was widely regarded as a meticulous reporter whose quiet but impactful presence enriched the State House Press Corps and the Nigerian media community.
President Bola Tinubu has re-submitted the nomination of former Kebbi State Governor, Alhaji Usman Dakingari, for appointment as an ambassador.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The renewed nomination comes roughly two weeks after Dakingari’s name was initially sent to the Senate but later withdrawn following controversy. His earlier nomination, which placed him alongside candidates for ambassadorial postings to the United States, United Kingdom, and France, sparked debate and led to the withdrawal.
During Tuesday’s plenary, Senate President Godswill Akpabio read Tinubu’s letter conveying the re-nomination. The president cited Section 171(1), (2)(c), and (4) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended) as the legal basis for the appointment.
Akpabio referred the nomination to the Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs for screening, instructing the panel to submit its report within one week. Senators clarified that the appointment is for a non-career ambassadorship, noting that Dakingari’s political and public service background aligns more with a political posting than a professional foreign service role.
The re-submission officially reopens consideration of Dakingari’s appointment, which remains subject to Senate confirmation. The Committee on Foreign Affairs is expected to complete its screening and report back within the specified timeframe.
Nine worshippers were kidnapped from St. John’s Catholic Church in Ojije, Utonkon District, Ado Local Government Area, on February 7, 2026, in an attack that has left the community in fear.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Deputy Speaker of the Benue State House of Assembly, Chief Hon. Mrs. Lami Danladi Ogenyi, expressed deep sorrow over the incident and called on local security authorities to take urgent action.
In a statement issued by her Chief Press Secretary, Agbaji Samuel Atsonwu, Danladi described the abduction as a “serious affront to peace, faith, and the collective conscience of Ado LGA.” She emphasized that attacks on places of worship—traditionally safe spaces for communities—are particularly alarming.
Danladi highlighted the widespread fear now gripping Utonkon and surrounding areas, noting that families remain traumatized, economic activities have been disrupted, and daily life has become uncertain.
She warned that the incident reflects broader insecurity challenges in Ado LGA and cautioned that inaction could escalate the situation into a more severe crisis.
The Deputy Speaker urged the Chief Security Officer of Ado LGA to take immediate, visible, and coordinated steps to support rescue operations, reassure residents, and prevent further attacks. She also called on security agencies to enhance surveillance, intelligence gathering, and community engagement, especially around vulnerable sites such as churches.
Danladi further appealed to traditional rulers, religious leaders, youth groups, and other community stakeholders to stay vigilant, cooperate with authorities, and reject silence in the face of violence.
She stressed that the people of Ado LGA are not seeking sympathy alone but demand decisive action, accountability, and lasting protection.
Sokoto State Police Command has paid N29.6 million in Group Life Assurance benefits to the families of officers who died or were critically injured in the line of duty.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
A total of N29,638,584.78 was presented to 10 beneficiaries on Tuesday. The ceremony was led by Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of Finance and Administration, Umar Sokoto, representing Commissioner of Police Ahmad Musa, alongside other members of the command’s management team.
Umar explained that the disbursement is part of the Nigeria Police Force’s Group Life Assurance Scheme, designed to provide financial support to families of fallen officers, and advised recipients to use the funds wisely for household needs.
Speaking for the beneficiaries, Mrs. Hamimatu Ahmad, widow of one of the late officers, thanked the police authorities for the support. The command noted that the payment is part of ongoing welfare initiatives for personnel and families of officers who lost their lives in active service.
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