The National Leadership of the Nigeria Union of Journalists notes with regret and sadness, the brutal murder of the Vanguard reporter, Late Tordue Henry Salem, who went missing in Abuja on October 13, 2021.
NUJ National President Chris Isiguzo, in a statement, says It is a loss that is so painful to bear.
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While the NUJ commends the Nigeria Police for discovering the body of the Late journalist, whose death was in such a manner that clearly highlights and further exposes the dangers journalists encounter in carrying their work,it however urges the law enforcement agencies to go beyond the discovery of the corps, but dig deep to answer hanging questions.
The NUJ reiterates calls to the Police to move fast and fish out the culprits behind the dastardly act with a view to bringing them to book.
NUJ Notes that When journalists work in fear, the freedom of expression and freedom of the press suffer and democracy will be worse off while adding that It is therefore pertinent that deliberate efforts are made to ensure the safety and security of media professionals nationwide.
The NUJ further sends condolences to the family of the Late Tordue and pray God to consoles them and members of the journalism profession in Nigeria.
Tordue Salem went missing since October 13, 2021, but available report from Police on November 12, 2021 after his lifeless body was found is suggesting a case of hit and run that led to the journalist eventual Demise.
Editor: Ebuwa Omo-Osagie
