The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria, SWAN, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of its former Taraba State Chairman and Zonal Secretary, Kabiru Usman Jalingo.
In a condolence letter signed by the association’s Secretary-General, Ikenna Okonkwo, the SWAN National Secretariat extended sympathies to the Taraba State Chapter, acknowledging the profound loss his death represents for the chapter, the zone, and the entire SWAN community.
“His departure will no doubt leave an enduring gap, but we take solace in knowing that nothing happens outside the will of Allah,” the letter read.
The association assured the Taraba chapter of its prayers and unwavering support during this difficult time, while also conveying the best regards of SWAN President, Isaiah Benjamin.
The message was also copied to Mr. Ahmed Kagana Amshi, SWAN Vice President for the North East Zone, highlighting the significance of Alhaji Jalingo’s contributions to sports journalism in the region.
“Alhaji Kabiru Usman Jalingo was a respected figure in sports journalism, known for his dedication to the growth and development of the profession. His loss is being deeply felt across SWAN’s national and regional structures”, SWAN explained.
Jalingo, died Sunday at the Federal Medical Center, FMC, Jalingo, after a protracted sickness.
