By Unyime Bassey
The Nigeria Union of Journalists, Akwa Ibom State Council, has commiserated with a former Vice President of the Union, Chief Okon Osung, over the death of his daughter, Affiong Okon Osung.
The NUJ delegation, led by the State Chairman, Comrade Nsibiet John, visited the bereaved former union leader to sympathise with him and his family during the difficult moment.
Speaking during the visit, Comrade Nsibiet John described the death of Affiong as painful and unfortunate, noting that the entire journalism family in Akwa Ibom shares in the grief of Chief Okon Osung and his loved ones.
He therefore extended the heartfelt condolences of the National, Zonal, State leaderships and members of the Union, offering prayers, encouragement and support to the family, while urging them to remain strong and take solace in God.
The NUJ chairman also acknowledged the immense contributions of Chief Okon Osung to the growth of journalism practice and the union in the country, stressing that the council will continue to stand with him in moments of joy and sorrow.
Responding, Chief Okon Osung thanked the NUJ delegation for the show of love, describing the gesture as comforting to the family, and announced his intention to resume Union activities as a result of the visit.
According to the family, late Affiong Okon Osung will be buried on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, after a memorial service to be conducted by Eckankar at the Dr. Val Attah field, Osongama Estate, Uyo.
On the NUJ entourage were, the State Secretary, Nsikak Esenowo, State Auditor Dianime Uko, Chairman of SWAN Emmanuel Akpan, Chairman of State Information Chapel, Edifon Esenowo, Members of Federated and Apex Chapels, Itoro Etti and Lynda Ukonne respectively.
