The International Press Centre (IPC), Nigeria has described as a huge loss the untimely passing of Evelyn Osagie who until her demise was a Senior Correspondent with The Nation Newspaper.
In its condolence message, which was contained in a statement, IPC said the late Osagie will be remembered for her outstanding contributions at the recent European Union supported IPC and NAWOJ interface in Port Harcourt.
IPC noted that her journalism was not just reportage but advocacy – driving conversations and inspiring actions.
The statement which was signed by Melody Akinjiyan, Press Freedom Officer, IPC quoted the centre Executive Director, Mr. Lanre Arogundade, saying, “the death of Evelyn Osagie is a huge loss to the journalism community. She was a renowned journalist, who through her inclusive reports amplified the voice of women across board.
“We will particularly remember Evelyn for her outstanding contributions at the recent European Union supported IPC and NAWOJ interface in Port Harcourt on creating an enabling newsroom environment for the inclusive reporting of women issues during electoral processes and at elections. She made a number of personal commitments in this regard, while also pledging that her newspaper- The Nation – would be a trail blazer in projecting the voices of female politicians ahead 2027”, Mr. Arogundade stated.
