The Northern Media Forum (NMF) has profoundly mourned the death of its chairman and co-founder of Newswatch magazine, veteran journalist Mr. Dan Agbese, describing his passing as a monumental and irreplaceable loss to Nigerian journalism, reports ITREALMS.
In a statement issued by its Assistant Secretary, Zainab Suleiman Okino, the Forum said news of Agbese's death sent shockwaves across newsrooms nationwide, marking the silencing of a voice that championed courage, refinement, and integrity for decades.
Agbese, the NMF affirmed, was "more than a trailblazer; he was a guardian of the media’s soul." His distinguished career spanning from the Nigeria Standard and New Nigerian to his iconic years at Newswatch, exemplified journalism as a moral covenant to inform, educate, and empower.
The Forum noted that Agbese’s pen "bled ink that illuminated corners of society too often shrouded in darkness," emphasizing that his words consistently carried the weight of conviction when the profession most needed it.
“For years, he stood tall as an unflinching writer, editor, and columnist, shaping opinions and inspiring generations of journalists with his fearless pursuit of truth and excellence,” the statement read.
Beyond his celebrated newsroom exploits, the NMF highlighted Agbese’s most enduring imprint as his leadership of the Forum, which he chaired until his death.
Under his guidance, the NMF evolved into a robust platform for courageous journalism in the North and a crucial vehicle for national discourse, cohesion, and agenda-setting.
“He believed deeply that a vibrant media community in the North should not only guide leadership but also shape conversations that unite the country. He worked tirelessly to nurture the Forum into a hub for strategic and purposeful engagement,” the statement noted.
The Forum described his passing as an irreplaceable void—not only in the media landscape but in the hearts of the countless journalists he mentored, colleagues who admired him, and the communities he served with humility and wisdom.
“In his passing, the North has lost a passionate advocate, Nigerian media has lost an icon of style and substance, and all who knew him have lost a gentle soul who taught us the power of words written and spoken with depth and conviction,” the NMF concluded.
Agbese’s legacy, the Forum added, will endure in the pages he shaped, the journalists he inspired, and in the continuing mission of the Northern Media Forum, which will reflect his foundational vision.
“May your soul rest in peace, Mr. Dan Agbese. Your words will echo forever.”
Agbese, the NMF affirmed, was "more than a trailblazer; he was a guardian of the media’s soul." His distinguished career spanning from the Nigeria Standard and New Nigerian to his iconic years at Newswatch, exemplified journalism as a moral covenant to inform, educate, and empower.
The Forum noted that Agbese’s pen "bled ink that illuminated corners of society too often shrouded in darkness," emphasizing that his words consistently carried the weight of conviction when the profession most needed it.
“For years, he stood tall as an unflinching writer, editor, and columnist, shaping opinions and inspiring generations of journalists with his fearless pursuit of truth and excellence,” the statement read.
Beyond his celebrated newsroom exploits, the NMF highlighted Agbese’s most enduring imprint as his leadership of the Forum, which he chaired until his death.
Under his guidance, the NMF evolved into a robust platform for courageous journalism in the North and a crucial vehicle for national discourse, cohesion, and agenda-setting.
“He believed deeply that a vibrant media community in the North should not only guide leadership but also shape conversations that unite the country. He worked tirelessly to nurture the Forum into a hub for strategic and purposeful engagement,” the statement noted.
The Forum described his passing as an irreplaceable void—not only in the media landscape but in the hearts of the countless journalists he mentored, colleagues who admired him, and the communities he served with humility and wisdom.
“In his passing, the North has lost a passionate advocate, Nigerian media has lost an icon of style and substance, and all who knew him have lost a gentle soul who taught us the power of words written and spoken with depth and conviction,” the NMF concluded.
Agbese’s legacy, the Forum added, will endure in the pages he shaped, the journalists he inspired, and in the continuing mission of the Northern Media Forum, which will reflect his foundational vision.
“May your soul rest in peace, Mr. Dan Agbese. Your words will echo forever.”
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