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Jose's death, end of brilliant chapter in Nigeria Journalism - Fashola

Sunday, 03 August 2008

Lagos State Governor, Mr Babatunde Raji Fashola (SAN) on Saturday described the passage of renowned journalist and former Managing Director of Daily Times of Nigeria Plc, Alhaji Babatunde Jose as the conclusion of a brilliant chapter in the history of Nigerian journalism.

Governor Fashola who was one of the early callers to the Samuel Manuwa, Victoria Island residence of Alhaji Jose, in the condolence register said that the chapter was characterized by “very high ethics, compassion, courage and exemplary leadership”.

According to the Governor, as the acknowledged doyen of modern Nigerian Journalism takes a bow to meet his Creator, the country will miss his very invaluable contributions to national development.

Governor Fashola ,according to a Press Release signed by his Senior Special Assistant on Media,Mr Hakeem Bello, however prayed that the departure of the foremost journalist and accomplished administrator will inspire even more people especially journalists and other Nigerians at large to strive to surpass his achievements.

While wishing the departed Alhaji Jose Al janah firdaus, Governor Fashola prayed that Allah will give all the loved ones he left behind the fortitude to bear the loss.

Governor Fashola was received at the Victoria Island residence of Alhaji Jose by respected journalists and TIMES men like former Governor of Ogun State, Aremo Olusegun Osoba ,the former Minister of lnformation Prince Tony Momoh, Sir Odafe Othihiwa of African Independent Television and children of the departed including Mr. Babatunde Jose Jr and Mr. Rabiu Jose.

The Governor later commiserated with the widow of Alhaji Jose, Alhaja Azeezat Omoyeni Jose and other members of the family. He also joined moslem clerics and other distinguished personalities including the former Governor of Lagos State Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu to offer prayers for the repose of Alhaji Babatunde Jose’s soul.

Governor Fashola, also took part in the Janazah prayers led by Imam Ahmad Yusuff.

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