The Chairman, Professor Bolaji Owasanoye, SAN, the Board, and Management of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) are deeply saddened by the shocking news of the death of Mr. Ronald Mutum.
In a statement on Monday, the ICPC described Mutum as “one of the most dependable journalists”, who covered the activities of the anti-corruption commission.
“During his long years of reporting the Commission, Ronald exhibited a high sense of professionalism and integrity in reporting only facts and truths.
“He was always willing to attend every activity and programme of the Commission to which he was invited.
“His untimely demise is a great loss to the media profession, and he will be missed by all of us in the Commission. Our condolences, therefore, go to Mutum’s family, colleagues, and friends.
“We pray God to strengthen and provide them solace during this time of grief and mourning.
“May God grant Ronald Mutum’s soul eternal peace.”
Dateline Nigeria reports that Mutum died on Friday after a long battle with cancer. His burial is scheduled to take place on Wednesday at his hometown Ungwan Moro’a, Jagindi, Jema’a Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
