The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Kano State Chapter, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of one of its members, Zainab Rabi’u Salisu.
In a condolence statement jointly signed by the Chairperson, Sayyida Bahijja Malam Kabara, and Secretary, Comrade Maryam Muhammad Yakasai, the association described her death as a painful loss to her family, the journalism profession and the wider media community.
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NAWOJ Kano extended its heartfelt condolences to the deceased’s immediate family, relatives, friends, colleagues and members of the association, praying that Almighty Allah grants them the strength and patience to bear the loss.
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The association said her passing had created a vacuum that would be deeply felt by those who knew and worked with her.
It also prayed to Almighty Allah to forgive her shortcomings, accept her good deeds, expand her grave, grant her light therein and admit her into Jannatul Firdaus.
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The statement added that the association shared in the grief of the entire journalism community and prayed for comfort and strength for everyone affected by the loss.
It concluded with the Islamic prayer, “Inna Lillahi Wa Inna Ilaihi Raji’un.”
