PRESIDENT TINUBU MOURNS LEON USIGBE, VETERAN STATE HOUSE CORRESPONDENT

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Dr. Leon Usigbe, a journalist with The Tribune Newspapers and a prominent member of the State House Press Corps.

In a statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, President Tinubu described Dr.

Usigbe as a seasoned State House Correspondent and consummate professional whose commitment to truth, balance, and ethical journalism earned him widespread respect among colleagues, government officials, and readers across the country.

According to the President, Dr. Usigbe’s incisive reporting and composed personality played a vital role in enhancing democratic governance and ensuring the public remained informed about the operations of the presidency and government affairs.

President Tinubu said, “I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, colleagues at The Tribune, and the entire State House Press Corps. May Almighty God grant his soul eternal rest and comfort all who mourn this great loss.”