Dr.Leon Usigbe
President Bola Tinubu has mourned the passing of Tribune newspaper”s Abuja Bureau chief, Dr. Leon Usigbe.
The journalist,who was a member of the State House Press Corps, Abuja, died on Friday.
The President described Dr. Usigbe as a veteran State House Correspondent and professional whose dedication to truth, balance, and ethical journalism earned him the respect of colleagues, public officials, and readers nationwide.
In a press statement by his spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, Timubu noted that Usigbe’s insightful reporting and calm demeanour contributed immensely to strengthening democratic governance and keeping the public well-informed about the workings of the presidency and government at large.
The President remarked: “I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, colleagues at The Tribune, and the entire State House Press Corps. May the Almighty God grant his soul eternal rest and comfort all who mourn this great loss.”
