The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, has expressed profound sadness over the death of Prophetess Ogonnaya Regina Umeham, a respected member and former Secretary of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), FCT Chapter.
Prophetess Umeham passed away on Friday after a prolonged illness. She was a former staff member of Daily Times Newspapers and served as the News Editor of Weekenders Magazine in Abuja until her demise.
This tragic news comes as the council is still grieving the recent loss of another member, the late Rafat Idris.
In a statement released on Saturday, the Secretary of the Council, Comrade Jide Oyekunle, described her passing as a painful and unfortunate loss.
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The statement reads:
*”The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) FCT Council joins the family, friends, colleagues, and associates of Prophetess Ogonnaya Umeham in mourning her untimely passing. She was a dedicated and vibrant journalist whose health, unfortunately, deteriorated over recent months.
“This loss is particularly heartbreaking for us, as it follows closely on the heels of the death of another esteemed colleague, Rafat Idris.
“Prophetess Umeham, a former NAWOJ Secretary, worked with several reputable media organizations, including Daily Times Newspapers. Until her passing, she served as the News Editor of Weekenders Magazine in Abuja.
“She also played a key role as Secretary of the Credentials Committee during the NAWOJ Delegates Conference held in Kano, where Comrade Gbenga Onayiga served as Chairman.”*
The family of Prophetess Umeham will announce her burial arrangements in due course.
The NUJ extends its heartfelt condolences to her family and prays for strength and comfort during this difficult time.
