President Bola Tinubu has extended heartfelt condolences to the Nigerian Union of Journalists, NUJ, following the passing of Hajiya Rafatu Onyeche Salami.
Salami was recently reelected as the Treasurer of the International Press Institute, IPI.
The condolence message was conveyed to the IPI and the NUJ, by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga.
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In a statement on Friday, Onanuga said President Tinubu said Salami’s loss had been deeply felt across the journalistic community and beyond.
Hajiya Salami also served as the Secretary of the NUJ, Abuja Council, dedicating her talents and passion to advancing journalism in Nigeria.
Onanuga said: “President Tinubu commiserates with the leadership and members of the IPI, the Voice of Nigeria (VON) staff, and the National Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), acknowledging Salami’s unwavering commitment to her profession and nation.”
In her career as a reporter, broadcaster, and producer, Hajiya Salami tried to keep the public informed on crucial developmental issues.
Her advocacy for women’s and children’s rights was a testament to her strong voice and compassionate spirit.
“President Tinubu calls upon her colleagues, friends, and family to honour her by continuing the impactful work she championed as they bid farewell to the multilingual and multi-talented journalist,” Onanuga said.
