The former correspondent of Guardian Newspaper, in Ogun State Charles Coffie -Gyamfi, a thoroughbred professional has been reported dead and this was confirmed by his son, Stephen Gymafi on Friday in Abeokuta.
Penpushing reports that the death of the journalist who is said to have been sick for awhile came as shock to his colleagues in Ogun state and beyond, while he is known as one of the veterans in the noble profession.
The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun in a condolence message signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Lekan Adeniran described the deceased as a thoroughbred professional who positively impacted society.
Penpushing further reports that the statement said the Governor pointed out that Gyamfi’s death was a great loss to the journalism profession, as he condoled with the family as well as the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ogun State Council.
The Governor, however, urged the bereaved family and members of the pen profession to take solace in the fact that he (Gymafi) left an indelible mark as a professional whose name will continue to reverberate in society.
‘His contributions to the field of journalism were both significant and impactful, and his absence will be profoundly felt within the profession. He was a journalist who dedicated his life to shedding light on important issues and events, advocating for truth and integrity in reporting’, the governor said.
‘His unwavering commitment to journalistic excellence and his passion for the truth marked him out. He demonstrated exceptional professionalism and a keen ability to connect with his audience, the statement added.
‘He reported on a wide range of topics as a state correspondent of The Guardian, traversing the nooks and crannies of our dear state, always approaching his work with a sense of responsibility and a deep understanding of the power of the written word. I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family and the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), with whom he had a strong affiliation’, Abiodun said
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