Mr Coffie-Gyamfi would always approach his work with a sense of responsibility – Gov Abiodun mourns ex-Guardian Correspondent

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has described the former correspondent of The Guardian newspaper in the state, Mr. Charles Coffie-Gyamfi, as a journalist who had always approached his work with a sense of responsibility, having deep understanding of the power of the written word.

Mr. Gyamfi died in the morning hours of Friday, 13th September, 2024 at Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria, after a prolonged illness.

Governor Dapo Abiodun, in an e-signed statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Lekan Adeniran, while sympathising with the family of the deceased as well as the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ogun State Council, urged them to take solace in the fact that Mr Charles Coffie Gyamfi left an indelible mark as a professional whose name will continue to reverberate in society, adding that the Veteran’s death was a great loss to the journalism profession.

“Mr Gyamfi reported on a wide range of topics as a state correspondent of The Guardian, traversing the nooks and crannies of our dear state, always approaching his work with a sense of responsibility and a deep understanding of the power of the written word.

“He was a journalist who dedicated his life to shedding light on important issues and events, advocating for truth and integrity in reporting.

“His contributions to the field of journalism were both significant and impactful, and his absence will be profoundly felt within the profession.

“His unwavering commitment to journalistic excellence and his passion for the truth marked him out. He demonstrated exceptional professionalism and a keen ability to connect with his audience.

“I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family and the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), with whom he had a strong affiliation”.