Bala Mohammed Mourns Channels TV Cameraman Killed in Bauchi Road Accident
Bauchi State Governor, Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Mr Kani Ben, a cameraman with Channels Television, who died after sustaining injuries in a motor accident while on official assignment in Bauchi.
Ben was part of a media team covering the commissioning of projects executed by the North East Development Commission alongside the Minister of State for Regional Development when the accident occurred.
He was rushed to the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital, Bauchi, where medical personnel made efforts to save his life. However, he passed away in the early hours of the day.
Governor Mohammed described the incident as painful and heartbreaking, noting that the cameraman died in active service while carrying out his professional duty of informing the public. He commended the late journalist’s dedication, courage and strong sense of responsibility, which he said were evident until his final moments.
The governor extended condolences to the immediate family of the deceased, the management and staff of Channels Television, the Nigeria Union of Journalists, professional colleagues and the broader media community.
He prayed for the repose of the deceased’s soul and for strength and fortitude for his family, friends and associates during the period of mourning.
The Bauchi State Government also expressed solidarity with the media community, reaffirming its respect and continued support for journalists who risk their lives in the line of duty.
