By Muhammad Sani Muazu
Dr. Bala Maijama’a Wunti has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Kani Ben, a cameraman with Channels Television, who passed away at the Intensive Care Unit of the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital following spinal surgery.
The late journalist reportedly sustained severe injuries in a road traffic accident while covering the commissioning and handover of projects executed by the North-East Development Commission, alongside the Minister of State for Regional Development, Uba Maigari.
In a condolence statement signed by Usman Abdullahi Koli, Dr. Wunti described Kani Ben as a committed and highly professional cameraman whose passion and dedication to duty stood out throughout his career.
He noted that journalists of the late cameraman’s calibre play a critical role in documenting developmental efforts and keeping the public informed, often working under challenging and risky conditions.
Dr. Wunti extended his heartfelt condolences to the management and staff of Channels Television, the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Bauchi State Council, and media practitioners across the country, describing the death as a great loss to the journalism profession.
He also prayed that Almighty God grants the deceased eternal rest and comforts his family, colleagues and loved ones in this moment of grief.
The statement further expressed hope for the speedy and full recovery of other journalists who sustained injuries in the same accident, while reaffirming Dr. Wunti’s appreciation for media professionals whose unwavering commitment to public service continues to place them at the forefront of national development efforts.