The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Kebbi State Council, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Mallam Auwalu Yusuf Birnin Kudu, a former staff member of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), who died at the age of 57.
Birnin Kudu, who served as Head of Human Resources at the Federal Medical Centre in Birnin Kudu, Jigawa State, reportedly passed away after a brief illness at Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital in Kano.
The NUJ Kebbi State Council announced his death in a statement issued by its Chairman, Comrade Ballo Sarki Abubakar, and Secretary, Ismail Adebayo, and made available to journalists in Birnin Kebbi.
The council described his death as a significant loss to the journalism profession, recalling his years of service with NAN and his contributions to media development.
During his career with the news agency, Birnin Kudu served in various capacities and locations, including Kebbi, Katsina and Adamawa states.
The council said his dedication and professional service would be remembered by colleagues and others who worked with him during his career.
It extended condolences to his family, friends, former colleagues and associates, praying that Almighty Allah would forgive his shortcomings, grant him Aljannatul Firdaus and give his loved ones the strength to bear the loss.
Birnin Kudu’s career with NAN connected him to journalism across several states, including Kebbi, where the NUJ continues to represent media practitioners and promote professional standards.
The Bureau Journal has reported on developments across the state, including Kebbi’s development and public affairs, government financial management and education-sector issues.
Other coverage has examined public services and governance, including maternal and child health initiatives and the dissolution of the Kebbi State Independent Electoral Commission board.
The NUJ council’s statement concluded with prayers for the repose of the deceased’s soul and for comfort for all those mourning his passing.
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