The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Kwara State Chapter, has announced the death of its Secretary, Mariam AbdulKadir Yusuf, describing her passing as a major loss to the journalism profession and media community in the state.

Yusuf, a journalist with Radio Kwara, reportedly died on Monday, leaving colleagues and members of the association mourning her loss.

In a condolence statement signed by the chapter’s Chairperson, Hajia Bashirat Ayantola-Bello, and Assistant Secretary, Hajia Fatima Mohammed-Lawal, NAWOJ described the deceased as a dedicated, loyal and committed officer who served the association with diligence and a strong sense of responsibility.

The association also remembered her as a cheerful, warm and accommodating person whose friendly disposition endeared her to colleagues and everyone who came in contact with her.

NAWOJ said her death was not only a loss to the association but also to Radio Kwara, the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Kwara State Council, and the wider media community.

The association extended its condolences to her family, the management and staff of Radio Kwara, praying that Almighty Allah forgives her shortcomings, grants her Aljanat Firdaus and gives her loved ones and colleagues the strength to bear the loss.