Ondo NUJ declares three-day mourning over member’s death

The Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ondo State Council, has declared a three-day mourning in honour of late Albert Ojo, the State Correspondent of The Pilot newspaper.

Ojo died in the early hours of Thursday in an Akure hospital during a brief illness.

A statement issued by Tosin Ajuwon, Chairman and Osagie Otabor, Secretary of Chapel read: “It is with great sadness that members of the Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ondo State Council, announced the passing of one of their leaders and elders, Albert Funsho Ojo.

“Ojo, a veteran journalist and correspondent of the Nigeria Pilot Newspaper in the state, died in the early hours of Thursday following a brief illness. His sudden death is a great loss to us as we gathered to console his bereaved family.

“Until his death, he was a very hardworking man who took his job with passion and utmost dedication to duty. Ojo would be remembered for his integrity and services, not only to the journalism profession but to the growth of the chapel.

“While we grieve over his sudden death, the chapel has declared a three-day mourning period starting from this Thursday till Saturday to mourn the departed soul. A candle Night walk will also hold on Saturday from 6 pm as part of honour for late Ojo.

“Subsequently, the planned Correspondents Chapel Week has been postponed.
“The Week which climaxed on July 30th, 2024, with a lecture and conferment of awards on deserving individuals has been scheduled for a new date to be announced later.

“We asked our awardees, patrons and guests to understand our pains as our thoughts and condolences are with his family members and loved ones during this difficult time.

“May his soul rest in peace.”