By Uloma Peace Okorie
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has extended a helping hand to the family of the late former Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, Patrick Osadebamwen.
Disu, while expressing his condolences over the death of the veteran journalist, assured the bereaved family of the support of the Nigeria Police Force during their difficult period.
The IGP described Osadebamwen as a respected journalist who contributed significantly to the journalism profession and served the NUJ with dedication.
He said the police leadership would continue to identify with the family, stressing that the death of a loved one was a difficult moment that required the support and solidarity of friends, colleagues and institutions.
Osadebamwen, a former chairman of the NUJ FCT Council, was widely known within the Abuja media community for his commitment to journalism and his service to the union.
His death has been described as a painful loss to the media profession, with colleagues and members of the NUJ mourning his passing and celebrating his contributions to journalism.
The NUJ FCT Council has also expressed condolences to his family, describing his death as a major loss to the journalism community.
The gesture by IGP Disu is expected to further strengthen the cordial relationship between the Nigeria Police Force and the media, while offering encouragement to the bereaved family as it prepares to lay the late journalist to rest.
Osadebamwen is survived by three children.