The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Correspondents’ Chapel, Sokoto State, has announced the death of Olugbunmi Adeniyi, publisher of The Guild Newspaper and former correspondent of Leadership newspaper, who died at the age of 57 after a brief illness in Abeokuta, Ogun State.

In a condolence statement signed by the chapel’s Secretary, Musa Ubandawaki, the union expressed grief over the death and described the deceased as a dedicated journalist whose contributions to the chapel and the wider journalism community would be remembered.

The chapel’s Chairman, Ankeli Emmanuel, said Adeniyi’s death was a significant loss to the union, noting that his commitment to journalism and active participation in union activities earned him the respect of colleagues.

Mr Ankeli further described the late journalist as more than a union member, saying his professional dedication, presence and sense of belonging strengthened relationships among journalists in Sokoto State.

He extended condolences to Adeniyi’s immediate family, associates, professional colleagues and members of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Sokoto State chapter, where the deceased served as secretary.

The chapel urged those mourning the journalist to draw comfort from the positive memories and professional legacy he left behind.

It also prayed to God to grant the deceased eternal rest and give his family, friends and colleagues the strength to bear the loss.

The chapel called on journalists to remain united in the face of the tragedy and continue to uphold the professional values that Adeniyi represented.

The statement added that his dedication and service would remain in the memories of colleagues who worked with him and shared union activities with him.