Nigeria, April 15 -- The remains of a Nigerian journalist, Godwin Benson, will be laid to rest on 25 April in Ikot Akpa Nkuk, Ukanafun Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, according to a statement by the family.

Mr Benson, until his passing, was the news editor of the Akwa Ibom State-owned The Pioneer newspapers. He was 52.

The family said Mr Benson died after a brief illness at the University of Uyo Teaching Hospital. They did not disclose when he passed.

Utibe-Abasi Benson, the first son of the deceased, issued the statement, alongside the funeral's planning committee.

The late Benson was a member of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ).

Beyond journalism, he held several public service roles. He previously served as secreta...