The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has expressed shocked over the death of Mr. Ronald Mutum.
Mutum, who covered ICPC activities for several years, was a former staff member of Daily Trust.
He died at an Abuja Hospital on Friday after a long battle with cancer.
In a statement signed by the spokesperson of ICPC, Mrs. Azuka Ogugua, the commission described Mutum as someone who exhibited a high sense of professionalism and integrity In reporting.
“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,” the statement read.