Tijani Adeyemi, a Senate correspondent of the Tribune Newspaper died on Wednesday due to a cardiac arrest while traveling in one of the National Assembly shuttle buses.
Adeyemi had boarded the shuttle from the main gate, known as Mopol Gate, at 10 a.m. and was discovered to be lifeless by the time he got to the checkpoint.
Despite efforts to resuscitate him, he was pronounced dead when he was rushed to the clinic of the Secretary General of the Federation.
His body was kept at the National Assembly’s clinic for evacuation and burial after being pronounced dead at the medical clinic.
ATTENTION: Click “HERE” to join our WhatsApp group and receive News updates directly on your WhatsApp!
Adeyemi’s remains were laid to rest at the Gudu Cemetery in line with Islamic rites.
Senator Ahmad Lawan, President of the Ninth Senate, expressed his condolences to Adeyemi’s family and the Senate Press Corps over his sudden death.
He said:
“As a reporter, he was known for his remarkable talent and dedication. He had an unwavering passion for journalism, and his commitment to delivering accurate and compelling narratives deeply resonated with those who had the pleasure of reading his work.
“Beyond his professional achievements, Adeyemi was a genuine and compassionate individual. To the best of my knowledge, he approached his work with empathy, seeking to understand the unique perspectives of the National Assembly, which he covered for many years.
“To the family he left behind, the Editorial Board of Tribune Newspaper, and the Senate Press Corps, please, accept my deepest condolences and know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult period. May the memories of Adeyemi provide comfort and strength during this time of grief.”
Senator Opeyemi Bamidele in a statement by his Directorate of Media and Public Affairs, Bamidele condoled Adeyemi’s family members, management, and staff of Nigerian Tribune, Senate Press Corps, and Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) over his sudden death.
He said:
“Late Adeyemi was a committed, consummate, and dedicated journalist, who stood for a saner Nigeria until his death. He passed away when we needed him most and when least expected.
“He was a thoroughbred professional, who devoted his life, energy and time to objective reportage of legislative plenaries, activities of standing communities, and oversight functions of the Senate.”
Adeyemi’s collapse came a few hours after a ministerial nominee from Kaduna State, Balarabe Abbas Lawal fainted while giving his introductory speech. Lawal however survived.
