*President Bola Ahmed Tinubu expresses sadness over the passing of Dr. Leon Usigbe, a journalist with The Nigerian Tribune Newspapers and cherished member of the State House Press Corps

Emmanuel Akosile | 绿帽献妻

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed sadness over the passing of Dr. Leon Usigbe, a journalist with The Nigerian Tribune Newspapers and cherished member of the State House Press Corps, in Abuja, FCT.

President Tinubu, in a statement by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Saturday, July 26, 2025, described late Dr. Usigbe as a veteran Correspondent and professional whose dedication to truth, balance, and ethical journalism earned him the respect of colleagues, public officials, and readers nationwide.

The President noted 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 the government at large.

President Tinubu said: “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.”