Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has sympathised with the Niger State Correspondents Chapel of Nigeria Union Journalists over the death of its member, Mercy Ngozi Osajiugo, News Agency of Nigerian (NAN) Senior Correspondent in the state.
The governor, in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Bologi Ibrahim, extended his heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased, NAN, Correspondents Chapel, and the Nigeria Union of Journalists, Niger State Council.
He acknowledged the selfless service of the deceased and her role in upholding responsible journalism in the state.
According to him, "It is indeed a sad moment for all members of the pen profession in Niger State, but I encouraged you not to lose faith in God in your bereavement, as He gives and takes life when and how He wills.
"I deeply sympathise with you all; may God comfort you and also repose her soul.".
The late Mercy Ngozi Osajiugo was a practicing journalist who served in Niger State for several years.
Until her death, she was a senior correspondent with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), Minna Zonal office.