Tinubu mourns as Aso Rock correspondent dies in Abuja

President Bola Tinubu has expressed sadness over the death of a journalist with The Tribune Newspapers and a member of the State House Press Corps, Dr Leon Usigbe.

Usigbe, who was also the Abuja Bureau Chief of The Tribune Newspapers, died on Friday night following a brief illness.

The president’s condolence was contained in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Saturday, July 26, 2025.

Tinubu described 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.”

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The president 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.

He stated: “I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, colleagues at The Tribune, and the entire Statehouse Press Corps.

“May Almighty God grant his soul eternal rest and comfort all who mourn this great loss.”

The Star

Segun Ojo

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