ThisDay· 1h ago· 1 min read
Omon-Julius Onabu in Asaba
Delta State Governor, Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has expressed deep sorrow following the death of seasoned journalist and State Correspondent of News Direct, Comrade Dave Okpogadie, describing his passing as a huge loss to the journalism profession and the state.
Okpogadie died on Saturday after a courageous battle with jaw cancer that lasted for about two years.
In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, Governor Oborevwori extended his heartfelt condolences to the deceased's family in Emevor, the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Delta State Council and the entire media community..
He described the late Okpogadie as a consummate professional whose dedication, integrity and commitment to journalism earned him the respect and admiration of colleagues and the wider society.
He noted that the late journalist's courage, resilience and…
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