The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Edo State Council, is mourning the deaths of two media professionals in the state, Mr Gbenga James, General Manager of Super FM, and Mr Justin Egbon, a journalist with the Edo Broadcasting Service (EBS).
The deaths have been described by the union as a loss to the journalism profession and the wider media community in Edo State.
In a condolence message signed by the Council Secretary, Andy Egbon, the NUJ expressed sadness over the passing of the two journalists and acknowledged their contributions to media practice in the state.
The union described the deceased as committed members of the journalism community who contributed to the growth of the profession through their work and service.
The council extended its condolences to the families, friends, colleagues and management of Super FM and the Edo Broadcasting Service, urging them to find strength during the difficult period.
It also prayed that God would grant the bereaved families the courage to bear the loss and comfort everyone affected by the deaths.
Gbenga James served as General Manager of Super FM, while Justin Egbon worked with the Edo Broadcasting Service, one of the state’s public broadcast institutions.
Their deaths have brought mourning to colleagues and media practitioners across Edo State, where both men were part of the broadcasting and journalism community.
The NUJ’s condolence message did not disclose the circumstances or dates of their deaths.
The union’s message underscores the loss being felt within the state’s media industry as colleagues, friends and families remember the two journalists.
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