ACNPN MOURNS UDUAGHAN, HAILS HIS LEGACY OF SUPPORT FOR COMMUNITY JOURNALISM

The Association of Community Newspaper Publishers of Nigeria (ACNPN), Delta State Council, has mourned the death of former Delta State Governor, Dr. Chief Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, CON, describing him as a benefactor and friend of community newspaper publishers whose support for grassroots journalism would remain part of his legacy.

In a condolence tribute, the association said Uduaghan would be remembered for his contributions to the development of Delta State, as well as his generosity, compassion and support for community newspaper publishers and media practitioners.

According to the ACNPN, the former governor recognised the important role community newspapers play in informing the public, promoting grassroots development and connecting communities with government.

The association noted that during Uduaghan’s administration, community newspaper Publishers benefited from monthly support and patronage, which it said helped sustain their operations and strengthen their contributions to public enlightenment and democratic development.

It added that his relationship with the media was characterised by encouragement, accessibility and an appreciation of the press as an important institution in society.

Dr. Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan was more than a governor to community newspaper publishers in Delta State. He was a pillar, a benefactor and a friend who understood the value of our profession,” the association stated.

The ACNPN said his support for community journalism remained an enduring part of his legacy, adding that publishers would continue to cherish the memories of his kindness and goodwill.

For community journalists, the association noted, Uduaghan’s legacy extended beyond government policies and infrastructure projects to include his encouragement of grassroots media practitioners and recognition of community newspapers as instruments of public enlightenment, accountability and social development.

Today, we mourn a man whose support strengthened community newspaper publishing in Delta State. We deeply miss him, but we will continue to cherish his kindness, commitment to public service and enduring legacy.

Your Excellency, your earthly journey has ended, but the impact of your service and goodwill towards community journalism will continue to speak for you. You served your people with distinction and left memories that will remain with us.

Farewell to our dear benefactor, friend and the people’s governor. Your contributions to community Journalism will never be forgotten, the statement added.

The association prayed for the peaceful repose of the former governor’s soul and asked God to grant his family, friends, associates, the government and people of Delta State, and the journalism community the strength to bear the loss.

May the soul of His Excellency, Dr. Chief Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, CON, rest in perfect peace. Amen.

Signed:
Comrade Ike Philip Abiagom
State Chairman

Comrade Alaska Ekele
State Secretary