It is with deep sorrow that the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ ) FCT Council announces the passing of our esteemed senior member and a veteran, Elder Isaiah Abraham who departed this life on Thursday, January 2, 2025 after a protracted illness.
In a release signed by the Secretary of Council of the NUJ, Abuja Chapter, Jide Oyekunle stated that Elder Isaiah was a dedicated senior member of the NUJ for several years and played a pivotal role with his selfless contributions toward a vibrant Union.
He worked with Daily Times in Lagos before joining the New Nigerian Newspapers (NNN) in Kaduna as the Features Editor and eventually moved to the NNN, Abuja Bureau as the Special Correspondent.
Focused and committed, Elder Isaiah covered every beat assigned to him with passion given his vast experience on the job, particularly the Nigerian Population Commission (NPC) and political affairs among others.
Born on April 27, 1959 in Lokoja, the 65 year-old pen veteran hailed from Emi-bochi in Bassa Local Government Area of Kogi State. He was a two-time Nigeria Merit Award winner in Demographics Journalism and Political Matters.
An alumnus of Ghana Institute of Journalism (GIJ), the late Isaiah was known as a pacesetter and peace loving veteran who believes in doing the right thing always for the younger ones to emulate. His wealth of experience and aura of intelligence in the profession and union cannot be overemphasised.
Fondly called by his NNN colleagues as “Isaiah, The Son of Abraham”, he was not just a member of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, Isaiah was a beacon of inspiration, dedication, and unwavering commitment to the cause of the union.
His passion for investigative journalism inspired and fostered a sense of inspiration and encouragement for many young journalists.
It is very sad that Elder Isaiah could not wait to publish his two books on Amazon titled; “The Garden of Vagabond” and “Housing and Demographic Problems In Nigeria” which he had written.
During his eventful lifetime, he interfaced with many destitutes and homeless people living under the bridge within and around Abuja, the nation’s capital as part of his research while writing the books.
The Nigeria Union of Journalists, FCT Council extends its heartfelt condolences to the immediate family, management and staff of Daily Times and New Nigerian Newspapers, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time.
In honour of Late Elder Isaiah, the NUJ FCT Council will continue to uphold the values he championed and strive to carry forward the vision he had for the Union and the journalism profession.
The burial arrangements would be announced by his family in due course.