By Festus Fifen
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu expresses sadness over the passing of Dr. Leon Usigbe, a journalist with The Tribune Newspapers and a cherished member of the State House Press Corps.
President Tinubu describes Dr. Usigbe as a veteran STATEHOUSE Correspondent and professional whose dedication to truth, balance, and ethical journalism earned him the respect of colleagues, public officials, and readers nationwide.
In a statement by the Special Adviser on Communication and Strategy Bayo Onanuga, the President notes 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 remarks: “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.”
Dr. Leon Usigbe who until his death was the Abuja Bureau Chief of The Nigeria Tribune died passed on in the late hours of Friday 25th of July 2025 after a brief Illness
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